Review of The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters (2007) by John J — 05 Sep 2011

Its Spinal Tap but with nerds. Anyone of a certain age will be dribbling with nostalgia.

This review of The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters (2007) was written by John J on 05 Sep 2011.

The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters has generally received very positive reviews.

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