Review of Once Upon a Time in Shanghai (2014) by Alejandro R — 21 Mar 2015

Seemed like a homage to old Bruce Lee movies done in Sin City or 300 (comic book-ish) movie style.

This review of Once Upon a Time in Shanghai (2014) was written by Alejandro R on 21 Mar 2015.

Once Upon a Time in Shanghai has generally received positive reviews.

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