Review of The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters (2007) by Kjetil H — 13 Apr 2010

Nobody I make watch this film wants to at first but they all love it just the same.

This review of The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters (2007) was written by Kjetil H on 13 Apr 2010.

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

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