Review of Anna Karenina (2012) by Steve P — 30 Mar 2013

Overly long and dramatic and very cliche at times, but visually wise, it is stunning with great sets and costumes!!

This review of Anna Karenina (2012) was written by Steve P on 30 Mar 2013.

Anna Karenina has generally received positive reviews.

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