Review of Top Five (2014) by Mark T — 21 Dec 2014

One of the funniest movies I've seen this year. Happy it was made. Nice social statement, very impressed with Chris Rock's writing. Damn near might see it again. Worth saying.

This review of Top Five (2014) was written by Mark T on 21 Dec 2014.

Top Five has generally received positive reviews.

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