Review of Ichi the Killer (2001) by Katalicious K — 21 May 2008

Creepy, tense, dark... a little like your granny but less smelly. Awesome movie =D.

This review of Ichi the Killer (2001) was written by Katalicious K on 21 May 2008.

Ichi the Killer has generally received positive reviews.

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