Review of Shanghai (1935) by Miyoko S — 11 Sep 2011

A lot of well-known actors from each country appeared. But the story was a bit boring. It made me sleepy...

This review of Shanghai (1935) was written by Miyoko S on 11 Sep 2011.

Shanghai has generally received mixed reviews.

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I liked that one, story is ok, acting is very 50's :-) what can I say 50's are my thing :-D…

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