Review of Southpaw (2015) by Jonathan D — 27 Jan 2017

Great Boxing-Drama-Movie with to of my favorite actors Jake & Forest ....a must buy , soon !

This review of Southpaw (2015) was written by Jonathan D on 27 Jan 2017.

Southpaw has generally received positive reviews.

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By Izago (13) on 21 Dec 2018

Um filme legal com ótimo elenco, a história simples de alguém tentando dar a volta por cima, mas eu penso ele era o campeão mundial de…

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By Daniel De Partearroyo (89) for Cinemanía (Spain) (558) on 13 Mar 2018

Jake Gyllenhaal follows in the footsteps of the great actors who have climbed into the ring... [Full review in Spanish]…

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By Jason T (1,311) on 08 Aug 2017

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Fuqua follows a dull character who has problems with anger management... [Full review in Spanish]…

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By Felix N (35) on 28 Oct 2017

Nothing special. Everything are expected, but it's still an enjoyable movie. In many ways, it remind me about Real Steel…

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