Review of A Midsummer Night's Sex Comedy (1982) by Kristina K — 24 Mar 2011

I actually (finally) found Woody Allen funny in this one. The movie has likable characters and some funny moments.

This review of A Midsummer Night's Sex Comedy (1982) was written by Kristina K on 24 Mar 2011.

A Midsummer Night's Sex Comedy has generally received mixed reviews.

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