Review of The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) by Corey D — 11 Aug 2009

Ben gazazzararazazara is everything a man should be in this movie.

This review of The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) was written by Corey D on 11 Aug 2009.

The Killing of a Chinese Bookie has generally received positive reviews.

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