Review of Butterfly and Sword (1993) by Geoff P — 03 Mar 2008

Yikes. Wasn't expecting much. This one delivers on that score. Dumb plot and lots of wire flying action.

This review of Butterfly and Sword (1993) was written by Geoff P on 03 Mar 2008.

Butterfly and Sword has generally received mixed reviews.

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