Review of Hamlet (1996) by Samantha M — 12 Sep 2012

The most incredible movie I have ever watched... ever. Kenneth Branagh is a genius. I seriously can't wait until this movie is released August 14th on DVD!!!

This review of Hamlet (1996) was written by Samantha M on 12 Sep 2012.

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