Review of The Cincinnati Kid (1965) by Jesse H — 04 Jan 2009

Cool,cool,cool Steve McQueen.Coolest guy EVER!

This review of The Cincinnati Kid (1965) was written by Jesse H on 04 Jan 2009.

The Cincinnati Kid has generally received positive reviews.

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