Review of The Home Song Stories (2007) by Darius N — 15 Jan 2008

Good adaption with many teary parts and a very very strong cast. Kudos for Joan Chen's well deserved Best Actress award.

This review of The Home Song Stories (2007) was written by Darius N on 15 Jan 2008.

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Review of The Home Song Stories (2007) by Darius N — 15 Jan 2008

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