Review of Swordfish (2001) by Alex K — 10 Aug 2014

Really good film full of twists and great acting.

This review of Swordfish (2001) was written by Alex K on 10 Aug 2014.

Swordfish has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Bradford Y (54) on 02 Jul 2016

Not a film I will watch again --- except perhaps to see an absolutely gorgeous Halle Berry --- whose topless scene makes this tedious movie…

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By Matt R (1,999) on 05 Feb 2016

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