Review of Tokyo Godfathers (2003) by Gabriel C — 08 Dec 2016

A somber, bleak, and warm new Christmas classic by a late visionary. Also a great modern take on Fords 3 Godfathers.

This review of Tokyo Godfathers (2003) was written by Gabriel C on 08 Dec 2016.

Tokyo Godfathers has generally received very positive reviews.

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