Review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) by Danny C — 21 Mar 2009

The perfect english gangster movie, brutal, funny and realistic. not for the weak stomach.

This review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) was written by Danny C on 21 Mar 2009.

Rise of the Footsoldier has generally received positive reviews.

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By Drew L (143) on 07 Jan 2012

Rise of the Footsoldier is ridiculous…

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By Lee W (353) on 27 Feb 2010

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Tasty new footage and packaging on the new s.e. blu ray…

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