Review of The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) by Robert B — 17 Jul 2007

First Cassavetes film I've seen. Won't be last.

This review of The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) was written by Robert B on 17 Jul 2007.

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

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