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A Dirty Carnival - 2006
7.035
A world without trust and mercy.
Overview:
A small-time thug who collects debts for the local triad is torn between his criminal aspirations and his devotion to family.
Status: Released
Release: 2006-10-17
Runtime: 141 minutes
Ratings: 7.035
Vote Counts: 200
Budget: 4700000 $
Revenue: 10371998 $
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