Review of Playing for Keeps (2012) by Greatmartin — 07 Dec 2012

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This review of Playing for Keeps (2012) was written by Greatmartin on 07 Dec 2012.

Playing for Keeps has generally received mixed reviews.

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Some very good actors take part in this very average, run of the mill, romantic comedy. Nothing happens here that you cannot predict…

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By Sean Burns (1,156) for Philadelphia Weekly (778) on 02 May 2015

Someone maybe should've told this guy if you want to rekindle a romance with a woman, you probably shouldn't start by sleeping with all her friends…

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By Ilsa W (298) on 13 Sep 2014

Had some amusing moments. probably Butler's best film for a while, which isn't difficult let's face it…

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By Thomas M (1,117) on 28 Feb 2015

Comedy ? Totally not ! Just love story number 444354654 but other theme bild around it .Beautifull actresses ok , SOMDVD…

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By Juanka P (230) on 26 Jan 2017

Un futbolista (Gerard Butler) se retira del fútbol y pasa por una mala racha económica, desempleado y buscando trabajo como periodista deportivo,…

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By Dan L (903) on 07 Oct 2017

Had potential but it just didn't live up to its attempted storyline, fell flat in many aspects…

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By Ryan S (2,401) on 02 Jul 2014

Very enjoyable, funny, & full of emotion…

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