Review of House of Flying Daggers (2004) by Lizzie B — 09 Apr 2011

Loved it, but very depressing ending + improbable knife throwing & arrow shooting.

This review of House of Flying Daggers (2004) was written by Lizzie B on 09 Apr 2011.

House of Flying Daggers has generally received very positive reviews.

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