Curse of the Crystal Eye

Curse of the Crystal Eye

1991 · 73 min · ★ 2.4 · Action

A man travels through Asia and Africa seeking the treasure of Ali Baba.

Directed by Joe Tornatore · Written by Mikel Angel

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