Review of My House in Umbria (2003) by Sanity Assassin ! — 04 Mar 2009

A surprising and interesting story of strangers coming together.

This review of My House in Umbria (2003) was written by Sanity Assassin ! on 04 Mar 2009.

My House in Umbria has generally received positive reviews.

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By Hannah R (262) on 22 May 2008

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By Gary H (243) on 02 Dec 2007

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By Omer N (17) on 21 Apr 2010

Loved it and reminds me of my time in Umbria…

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By Meyer N (3) on 21 Jan 2008

What a heartwarming film this is! I was misty-eyed through and through! Dame Maggie Smith was as always, amazing…

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By Craig B (481) on 18 Feb 2008

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By William V (92) on 23 Jan 2013

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By Jackie R (76) on 18 Nov 2007

I love the narration of the heroin. Such a tragic and beautiful story…

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By Eleonora E (149) on 02 Jan 2009

Somewhat slow but picturesque, Smith plays her character over the top making the film surprisingly funny…

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