Review of Brideshead Revisited (2008) by Luke H — 12 Sep 2009

A very intriguing story (one that feels quite close to home) about friendship love, and the want of something that you know you can never be!

This review of Brideshead Revisited (2008) was written by Luke H on 12 Sep 2009.

Brideshead Revisited has generally received mixed reviews.

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