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Review of Shanghai (1938) by Hoa B — 03 Apr 2011

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Gong Li's performance is magnificient.

This review of Shanghai (1938) was written by Hoa B on 03 Apr 2011.

Shanghai has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Allan C (2,173) on 05 Jan 2011

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By Arsev A (74) on 28 Jan 2011

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By Özkan T (178) on 20 Sep 2011

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By Teddy B (48) on 06 Jan 2011

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