Review of Gozu (2003) by Heather M — 15 Dec 2007

One of Takashi Miikes best movies. Weird and totally fd up!

This review of Gozu (2003) was written by Heather M on 15 Dec 2007.

Gozu has generally received positive reviews.

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By Joseph F (499) on 30 Jun 2010

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By Zacho D (182) on 01 Sep 2013

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