Review of Chungking Express (1994) by Petri H — 16 Feb 2008

Wong Kar Wai's exciting film that is poetic as well as lyrical.

This review of Chungking Express (1994) was written by Petri H on 16 Feb 2008.

Chungking Express has generally received very positive reviews.

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