Review of Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame (2010) by Emilie B — 14 May 2011

Nice try... sunday afternoon movie when your wife is busy.

This review of Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame (2010) was written by Emilie B on 14 May 2011.

Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame has generally received positive reviews.

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