Review of Cyclo (1995) by Jackie — 08 Dec 2007

Unbelievable cinematography by Benoit Delhomme and acting by the mesmerizing Tony Leung.

This review of Cyclo (1995) was written by Jackie on 08 Dec 2007.

Cyclo has generally received very positive reviews.

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Pour l' oeuvre globale du rÃ?Â?Ã?Â©alisateur... Incontestablement une des plus belles femmes du monde ( la sienne...) doublÃ?Â?Ã?Â…

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By Eno L (5) on 20 Nov 2007

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With not more than 5 lines from tony in the whole movie, I really feel bravo for myself for finishing the movie…

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