The Spin Kid
Top 8 Billed Cast
A Hao
Xiao Ying
Lang
Monkey
Bro Pao
Detector Ren
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Blending modern techno music with traditional Buddhist ceremonial dance on the big screen, The Spin Kid is one young man's redemptive journey from alleyway punk to dance floor pioneer.
Release Date
2011-11-11
Average
3.2
Rating:
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