Review of Great Expectations (1998) by Mathias N — 13 Oct 2012

Sloppy rendition of Dickens' classic.

This review of Great Expectations (1998) was written by Mathias N on 13 Oct 2012.

Great Expectations has generally received positive reviews.

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