Review of Tokyo Godfathers (2003) by Carole F — 03 May 2008

Avant-premiere au Forum des Images avec le grand Kon Satoshi en direct live !!! (standing ovation pendant un bon quart-d'heure).

This review of Tokyo Godfathers (2003) was written by Carole F on 03 May 2008.

Tokyo Godfathers has generally received very positive reviews.

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