Review of Savages (2012) by Mark James A — 04 Dec 2013

...an edgy and compelling oddball thriller.

This review of Savages (2012) was written by Mark James A on 04 Dec 2013.

Savages has generally received mixed reviews.

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Nothing very special here. Savages story was a little uneven at parts and didnt always keep my attention all the way through…

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By David J (1,942) on 10 Jan 2016

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By Petr K (20) on 27 Jul 2016

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