Review of Shifty (2008) by James D — 18 Jan 2010

Ok to watch, but it seems like a build up to nothing!

This review of Shifty (2008) was written by James D on 18 Jan 2010.

Shifty has generally received positive reviews.

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By David D (2,198) on 06 Feb 2010

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By Kevin C (1,734) on 19 Sep 2009

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By Countess N (419) on 05 Sep 2009

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By Lady D (826) on 20 Nov 2009

Good... but that's about it, unfortunately. Had higher hopes after the string of great reviews…

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By Gordon A (152) on 06 Oct 2009

Just depressing. I turned it off before I hanged myself…

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