Review of Cocaine Cowboys (2006) by Felix V — 24 Nov 2008

Awesome movie about how the cocaine destroyed and finally rebuilded Miami. The great thing is, you got thr feeling like you are watching a very good thriller.

This review of Cocaine Cowboys (2006) was written by Felix V on 24 Nov 2008.

Cocaine Cowboys has generally received positive reviews.

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