Review of American Gigolo (1980) by Gino P — 13 Jan 2012

Aged and unintentionally funny. Gere is solid though.

This review of American Gigolo (1980) was written by Gino P on 13 Jan 2012.

American Gigolo has generally received mixed reviews.

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