Review of Pandora and the Flying Dutchman (1951) by Sarah R — 14 Jul 2008

Cheesy, over-blown and simply wonderful. ne of my favourites of all time.

This review of Pandora and the Flying Dutchman (1951) was written by Sarah R on 14 Jul 2008.

Pandora and the Flying Dutchman has generally received positive reviews.

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