Review of The Sweeney (2012) by Vaughan A — 30 Oct 2014

Yeah. Not exactly intellectual stimulating but passed the time.

This review of The Sweeney (2012) was written by Vaughan A on 30 Oct 2014.

The Sweeney has generally received mixed reviews.

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