Review of Curse of the Golden Flower (2006) by The Pale Man — 23 Jul 2008

The most messed up family in history...and I love it.

This review of Curse of the Golden Flower (2006) was written by The Pale Man on 23 Jul 2008.

Curse of the Golden Flower has generally received positive reviews.

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