Review of Golden Door (2006) by Dimity P — 04 Dec 2012

A lot of potential with a good story and cast but holly shit what a snoozer!

This review of Golden Door (2006) was written by Dimity P on 04 Dec 2012.

Golden Door has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jimmy C (376) on 10 Dec 2008

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