Review of The Bostonians (1984) by Kirsten M — 27 Oct 2008

Vanessa Redgrave is good. Christopher Reeves is a bit awkward. Strangely lesbianic.

This review of The Bostonians (1984) was written by Kirsten M on 27 Oct 2008.

The Bostonians has generally received mixed reviews.

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