Review of Chungking Express (1994) by Ted R — 05 Jan 2011

I really like what I saw, I just feel like it went over my head.

This review of Chungking Express (1994) was written by Ted R on 05 Jan 2011.

Chungking Express has generally received very positive reviews.

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