Review of Chungking Express (1994) by Anthony I — 15 Nov 2016

This shit is weird, abstract, surreal and nostalgic. Still good, though and a bit cute.

This review of Chungking Express (1994) was written by Anthony I on 15 Nov 2016.

Chungking Express has generally received very positive reviews.

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