The Secret of the Magic Gourd(宝葫芦的秘密)
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China, Hong Kong, United States · 2007
Rated G · 1h 25m
Director Frankie Chung, Jon M. Chu
Starring Chen Peisi, Zhu Qilong, Gigi Leung, Zheng Jiahao
Genre Drama, Family, Fantasy
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The Secret of the Magic Gourd follows the wondrous adventures of a young schoolboy named Wang Bao. When Wang Bao discovers a magical gourd that can instantly grant his every wish, the awkward child suddenly becomes a hero amongst his curious classmates. When the gourd proves more of a burden than a blessing and the boy decides to get rid of it, he quickly discovers that's easier said than done.
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