Review of The Forbidden Kingdom (2008) by Natasha B — 23 Apr 2012

We went to see this last night (5.2.08). It was a great movie. Not an oscar nominee, but I love these kinds of movies. :) Go see it!

This review of The Forbidden Kingdom (2008) was written by Natasha B on 23 Apr 2012.

The Forbidden Kingdom has generally received positive reviews.

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