Review of Austenland (2013) by Ryan M — 21 Mar 2014

So much more could have come out of this uninspired slagging of Jane Austen fans.

This review of Austenland (2013) was written by Ryan M on 21 Mar 2014.

Austenland has generally received mixed reviews.

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