Review of Playing for Keeps (2012) by Lyndsay C — 16 Mar 2013

Only watched for Gerard, and it really wasn't worth it.

This review of Playing for Keeps (2012) was written by Lyndsay C on 16 Mar 2013.

Playing for Keeps has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Monique Y (102) on 13 Feb 2014

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I greatly enjoyed this movie - it was sweet, touching and funny! :) And Gerard Butler is in it which is always a plus! :)…

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By Sophie P (138) on 22 Jun 2014

The best part of this movie was how fine Gerry looked the whole time. And honestly that was the only reason I watched it in the first place…

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By Mirna R (1) on 04 Jan 2014

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