Review of Ichi the Killer (2001) by Metalhammer G — 08 Feb 2009

Gangster con que parecen personajes de dibujo animado, asesinos desalmados, crueldad, pura genialidad!!!

This review of Ichi the Killer (2001) was written by Metalhammer G on 08 Feb 2009.

Ichi the Killer has generally received positive reviews.

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