Review of The Governess (1998) by John B — 20 Jan 2010

There you go Minnie Driver. There is life after Matt Damon after all! Too bad we hardly see you anymore. The Governess was a good platform for you. Where did you jump?

This review of The Governess (1998) was written by John B on 20 Jan 2010.

The Governess has generally received mixed reviews.

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