Review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) by Lee B — 22 Mar 2008

Wicked Film.. Really violent..Perfection!

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

Rise of the Footsoldier has generally received positive reviews.

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