Review of Assassination Tango (2003) by Derek R — 05 Jun 2007

Fascinating look at the Argentinian aesthetic... dancing is great if latin ballroom is your thing.

This review of Assassination Tango (2003) was written by Derek R on 05 Jun 2007.

Assassination Tango has generally received mixed reviews.

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