Review of Brideshead Revisited (2008) by Steve S — 23 Aug 2008

It wasn't as good as it could have been, but is absolutely beautiful to look at! Made me wish I could go back to England and Italy tomorrow :).

This review of Brideshead Revisited (2008) was written by Steve S on 23 Aug 2008.

Brideshead Revisited has generally received mixed reviews.

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