Review of A Room with a View (1986) by Jennifer — 18 Sep 2008

A story about decisions that make a life. Very funny in spots. Why don't we have more of Puccini in the movies?

This review of A Room with a View (1986) was written by Jennifer on 18 Sep 2008.

A Room with a View has generally received very positive reviews.

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