The Spin Kid(2011)
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.
Movie: The Spin Kid
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A Hao
Xiao Ying
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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.
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2011-11-11
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3.2
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