Review of Sexy Beast (2001) by Robbie M — 29 Dec 2012

DON LOGAN! Ben Kingsley is just tops in this film ,A great british movie!

This review of Sexy Beast (2001) was written by Robbie M on 29 Dec 2012.

Sexy Beast has generally received very positive reviews.

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