Review of The Forbidden Kingdom (2008) by James C — 08 Dec 2009

Pretty good martial arts film hampered with an unnecessary fish out of water plot element. The story within the story is pretty weak also.

This review of The Forbidden Kingdom (2008) was written by James C on 08 Dec 2009.

The Forbidden Kingdom has generally received positive reviews.

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