Review of The Hitman's Bodyguard (2017) by Scowly X — 03 Jan 2018

A predictable fare that works because of Samuel Jackson's outlandish humour and the way it clashes with Ryan Reynold's deadpan one.

This review of The Hitman's Bodyguard (2017) was written by Scowly X on 03 Jan 2018.

The Hitman's Bodyguard has generally received positive reviews.

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