Review of Yonkers Joe (2008) by Greg W — 18 May 2012

Oh boy another movie about gamblers n cheaters.

This review of Yonkers Joe (2008) was written by Greg W on 18 May 2012.

Yonkers Joe has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Jim M (710) on 10 Feb 2009

Great detailed and accurate information on card and dice workers, but the story is beyond awful. Too bad. I really wanted to like this film…

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By John F (961) on 19 Jan 2009

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