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Pinball Pirate

Pinball Pirate

Success is defined by owning a pinball machine.

2017•16m
Documentary

What's the use in owning a pinball machine if you don't know anyone who can fix it?

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Chris Kuntz

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Michael Schiess

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D'Arci Bruno

Himself

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