Review of Anonymous (2011) by Darryl G — 12 Apr 2012

Interesting portrayal of the Oxfordian theory, however Emmerich's dislike of Shakespeare boils over into a farcical characterisation.

This review of Anonymous (2011) was written by Darryl G on 12 Apr 2012.

Anonymous has generally received mixed reviews.

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