Review of Cleopatra Jones (1973) by Shawn M — 01 May 2008

Not as iconic as Foxy or Coffy but still spunky.

This review of Cleopatra Jones (1973) was written by Shawn M on 01 May 2008.

Cleopatra Jones has generally received mixed reviews.

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