Review of Failan (2001) by Sean C — 05 Jun 2007

A sweeping story. Choi Min Sik is a god among actors.

This review of Failan (2001) was written by Sean C on 05 Jun 2007.

Failan has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Steve N (264) on 02 Sep 2007

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By Andres V (550) on 05 Sep 2007

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By Maria E (61) on 27 Oct 2007

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By Van L (13) on 18 Dec 2007

Between a Kitano Yakuza world and Hongkongese melodrama... Deeply emotional but the music are a little too cheesy sometimes…

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By Mats S (10) on 30 Jul 2007

One of the most saddest films I have seen in a while. It's not a cheeky romance film. The script and acting is perfect…

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By Olof A (10) on 15 Jul 2007

Get a box of tissues ready. This movie is an emotional rollcoaster with an ending that will grip you and never let go…

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