Review of Smokin' Aces (2006) by Urmimala R — 12 Jan 2011

Smokin' Aces is a film that tries hard, and in doing so is one that is not going to be easy to describe .It's one wildly entertaining and original thriller.

This review of Smokin' Aces (2006) was written by Urmimala R on 12 Jan 2011.

Smokin' Aces has generally received mixed reviews.

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