Review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) by Ricky W — 22 Mar 2008

Beats football factory and green street by miles a total awesome film based on a true story well worth watching.

This review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) was written by Ricky W on 22 Mar 2008.

Rise of the Footsoldier has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jonathen S (26) on 11 Jun 2011

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