Review of Great Expectations (1998) by Stella S — 14 Jan 2008

The most amazing soundtrack and scenography ever. ann bancroft did a great job. and the story, well, no word to describe it...

This review of Great Expectations (1998) was written by Stella S on 14 Jan 2008.

Great Expectations has generally received positive reviews.

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