Review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) by Bri M — 20 Apr 2008

Top film..some of the acting isn't the greatest, but the story line more than makes up for it. Very, very violent. Not for the weak hearted...

This review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) was written by Bri M on 20 Apr 2008.

Rise of the Footsoldier has generally received positive reviews.

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By Lee W (353) on 27 Feb 2010

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By Aslyn E (147) on 30 Jun 2010

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By Andrew A (555) on 28 Jun 2010

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