Review of Cocaine Cowboys (2006) by Håvard P — 08 May 2009

Great documentary about a really crazy time in american history.

This review of Cocaine Cowboys (2006) was written by Håvard P on 08 May 2009.

Cocaine Cowboys has generally received positive reviews.

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