Review of Chop Shop (2008) by Mira L — 18 Apr 2008

Quite lovely, a perfect little universe captured fully.

This review of Chop Shop (2008) was written by Mira L on 18 Apr 2008.

Chop Shop has generally received positive reviews.

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