Review of Southpaw (2015) by Michael D — 30 May 2017

KR's Haiku Review:

Had high hopes for this.

Solid job, nothing stood out.

Fuqua's done better.

This review of Southpaw (2015) was written by Michael D on 30 May 2017.

Southpaw has generally received positive reviews.

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