Review of Ichi the Killer (2001) by Savenq. — 10 Jan 2009

One of Takashi Miike's best. Styilsh, colorful, violent, funny and different.

This review of Ichi the Killer (2001) was written by Savenq. on 10 Jan 2009.

Ichi the Killer has generally received positive reviews.

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