Review of Brief Encounter (1945) by Oreste M — 08 Nov 2007

The ultimate love story!!!! And the horrid choice of love vs duty....it doesn't even feel like acting!

This review of Brief Encounter (1945) was written by Oreste M on 08 Nov 2007.

Brief Encounter has generally received very positive reviews.

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