Review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) by Gordon G — 20 Aug 2008

True story of the gangand murders in essex in the 90,s.

This review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) was written by Gordon G on 20 Aug 2008.

Rise of the Footsoldier has generally received positive reviews.

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By Ian C (1,796) on 16 Nov 2017

Fantastic film I have seen it about 40 times its great the best film I have seen same as the book is great as well my advise is dont rent it buy it…

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By Aslyn E (147) on 30 Jun 2010

Easy to watch Brit gang flick. Very violent with shite acting and a loose plot…

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By Andy G (1,207) on 24 Mar 2010

Wow theres a few scenes there I wont forget any time soon…

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By Steven G (866) on 29 Nov 2015

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By Bruno V (991) on 10 Dec 2016

Brilliant film always been a favourite. Just watched in Blu Ray. Best film about the rettendon murders ive seen…

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By Mark S (2,772) on 07 Nov 2011

Another good film worth a viewing..one for the lad's though…

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By Mikko L (81) on 15 Sep 2010

I watched this one with high expectations, but it felt like director Julian Gilbey was trying to make a brit 'Goodfellas' and failed big time…

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By Channing H (2) on 30 Dec 2010

Fantastic movie!!! The acting is top notch, great story and the violence is both, well, violent and intense…

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By Midlands F (1) on 13 Nov 2012

One of my faves ever! Craig fairbrass is quality in it…

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By Laura C (455) on 15 Jun 2010

Typical British knock your teeth down your throat film…

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