Review of Chungking Express (1994) by Jeremy T — 17 Mar 2008

A sister-movie for Fallen Angels (WKW, 1996). wonderful and breathtaking portrait of solidarity and eternal search for love.

This review of Chungking Express (1994) was written by Jeremy T on 17 Mar 2008.

Chungking Express has generally received very positive reviews.

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