Review of The Children of Huang Shi (2008) by Ahmad Nazri R — 16 Apr 2008

I've always had a thing for movies based on real life true events and characters, and China has such an amazing landscape.

This review of The Children of Huang Shi (2008) was written by Ahmad Nazri R on 16 Apr 2008.

The Children of Huang Shi has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jose S (190) on 27 Mar 2011

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I read one review that said this film was slow. Far from it....most of the time it's scenes and pacing is quick, quick, sprint…

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By Tammy A (32) on 27 Dec 2010

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By James H (4,675) on 01 Jun 2012

It's inspired by a true srory but at times it didn't feel like that. But I didn't care about that, because I just dug the hell out of this…

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By Rachel M (709) on 10 Jun 2011

Based on a true story. awesome storyline n acting. beautiful n memorable. I like the Hong Kong actors. I watched it twice although it was a sad story…

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By Francisco M (330) on 31 Dec 2011

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By Thomas A (568) on 26 Feb 2013

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