Review of A Midsummer Night's Sex Comedy (1982) by Phil F — 19 May 2008

Truely one of the better Woody Allen films and a great film to watch with your significant.

This review of A Midsummer Night's Sex Comedy (1982) was written by Phil F on 19 May 2008.

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

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