Review of A Royal Affair (2012) by Wiebke K — 02 Jun 2015

While of course a predictable story (after all, this is based in history), the acting and and details make it very compelling -- especially the king is very good.

This review of A Royal Affair (2012) was written by Wiebke K on 02 Jun 2015.

A Royal Affair has generally received very positive reviews.

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