Review of Chungking Express (1994) by Eug S — 14 Feb 2013

From the blurry cinematography to the incessant use of California Dreamin', everything about this film is magical/brilliant.

This review of Chungking Express (1994) was written by Eug S on 14 Feb 2013.

Chungking Express has generally received very positive reviews.

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