Review of Southpaw (2015) by Nolan P — 01 Mar 2017

Pretty good overall. Lacked fight drama and fight scene build up but good story and with some nice tender moments with the daughter who acted well.

This review of Southpaw (2015) was written by Nolan P on 01 Mar 2017.

Southpaw has generally received positive reviews.

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