Review of Chungking Express (1994) by Stefan V — 02 Jan 2009

Has one of the most bizarre courtship rituals I've ever witnessed in cinema...

This review of Chungking Express (1994) was written by Stefan V on 02 Jan 2009.

Chungking Express has generally received very positive reviews.

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