Review of Real Steel (2011) by Phil M — 12 Sep 2012

Mix Rocky with Over The Top and RoboCop and you have a great family movie with lots of action, emotion and fun.

This review of Real Steel (2011) was written by Phil M on 12 Sep 2012.

Real Steel has generally received positive reviews.

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