Review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) by Markus S — 09 Mar 2008

Belter! craig fairbrass is frightening as pat tait.

This review of Rise of the Footsoldier (2007) was written by Markus S on 09 Mar 2008.

Rise of the Footsoldier has generally received positive reviews.

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By Kevin K (803) on 11 Mar 2015

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