Review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) by Christopher O — 10 Jul 2008

Good film if you like blood, guns, violence, sex, and bad language.

This review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) was written by Christopher O on 10 Jul 2008.

Rise of the Footsoldier has generally received positive reviews.

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By James A (583) on 13 Aug 2012

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