Review of Savages (2012) by Cole M — 04 Nov 2013

One of the worst films of 2012. Shame on you, Oliver Stone.

This review of Savages (2012) was written by Cole M on 04 Nov 2013.

Savages has generally received mixed reviews.

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Very savage movie. cool graphics danny devito and john travolta was good in this one <3 I give this movie a savage score og 57/60…

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