Review of Love or Duty: Samurai Rebellion (2013) by Kevin L — 03 Jan 2007

This film contains one of the best final duels in all of cinema history.

This review of Love or Duty: Samurai Rebellion (2013) was written by Kevin L on 03 Jan 2007.

Love or Duty: Samurai Rebellion has generally received very positive reviews.

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