Review of Straight Outta Compton (2015) by Brendan B — 29 Jan 2016

A fantastic movie, in every respect. Very well made, fantastically acted, and really poignant.

This review of Straight Outta Compton (2015) was written by Brendan B on 29 Jan 2016.

Straight Outta Compton has generally received very positive reviews.

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