Review of Killer Joe (2012) by Nino G — 31 Dec 2012

Crazy ass flick. weird sexual situations. chicken leg blow jobs. weird.

This review of Killer Joe (2012) was written by Nino G on 31 Dec 2012.

Killer Joe has generally received positive reviews.

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