Review of The Hidden Blade (2004) by Kay O — 11 Sep 2007

The first of Yamada's trilogy. The next 2 are better.But I would watch it again for its subtleties...

This review of The Hidden Blade (2004) was written by Kay O on 11 Sep 2007.

The Hidden Blade has generally received very positive reviews.

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