Review of The Italian Job (1969) by Jesse L — 09 Sep 2008

Similar plot as the 2003 version & has those cute mini coopers! Quirky & funny.

This review of The Italian Job (1969) was written by Jesse L on 09 Sep 2008.

The Italian Job has generally received positive reviews.

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