Review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) by Peter H — 03 Oct 2009

Excellent Football film turning into big tim gangster.

This review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) was written by Peter H on 03 Oct 2009.

Rise of the Footsoldier has generally received positive reviews.

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