Review of Great Expectations (2012) by Johan V — 26 Jun 2013

Aardige maar niet indrukwekkende film... dus verwacht niet teveel!

This review of Great Expectations (2012) was written by Johan V on 26 Jun 2013.

Great Expectations has generally received positive reviews.

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