Review of House of Flying Daggers (2004) by Branham N — 15 Sep 2013

Far better then crouching tiger hidden dragon.

This review of House of Flying Daggers (2004) was written by Branham N on 15 Sep 2013.

House of Flying Daggers has generally received very positive reviews.

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