Review of The Forbidden Kingdom (2008) by Douglas C — 16 Apr 2012

If u r into kng fu films , this rt dwn yr alley.

This review of The Forbidden Kingdom (2008) was written by Douglas C on 16 Apr 2012.

The Forbidden Kingdom has generally received positive reviews.

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