Elon Gold: Chosen and Taken (2014)

Genre : Comedy

Runtime : 1H 0M

Director : Jay Chapman

Synopsis

With a manic wit that transcends race and religion, sharp-tongued comedian Elon Gold explores the ridiculous things people manage to get away with.

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Elon Gold
Elon Gold
Himself

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Jay Chapman
Jay Chapman
Director

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