Review of Ichi the Killer (2001) by Scott O — 02 Oct 2008

This movie is messed up. Psychology ends up steering a misguided youth to a killer path. Not for the weak of heart.

This review of Ichi the Killer (2001) was written by Scott O on 02 Oct 2008.

Ichi the Killer has generally received positive reviews.

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