Review of Cocaine Cowboys (2006) by Peter A — 14 Sep 2007

Good for a documentary. lousy for entertainment.

This review of Cocaine Cowboys (2006) was written by Peter A on 14 Sep 2007.

Cocaine Cowboys has generally received positive reviews.

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