Review of Chop Shop (2008) by Alexis Z — 30 Jul 2008

Loved it. Lots of hope and love steeped in this gritty, simple film.

This review of Chop Shop (2008) was written by Alexis Z on 30 Jul 2008.

Chop Shop has generally received positive reviews.

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