Review of T2 Trainspotting (2017) by Greg H — 22 Mar 2017

Only for the original Trainspotting fans. A nice wedge of indie film nostalgia.

This review of T2 Trainspotting (2017) was written by Greg H on 22 Mar 2017.

T2 Trainspotting has generally received positive reviews.

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T2: Trainspotting is unsurprisingly disappointing, even though a strong third act proves that it isn't a total waste of time…

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