Review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) by Ashley B — 26 May 2008

Really violent from start 2 finish but an excellent british movie.

This review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) was written by Ashley B on 26 May 2008.

Rise of the Footsoldier has generally received positive reviews.

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