Review of A Royal Affair (2012) by Toni S — 09 Jan 2013

Quite a good story and a refreshingly different costume drama.

This review of A Royal Affair (2012) was written by Toni S on 09 Jan 2013.

A Royal Affair has generally received very positive reviews.

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