Review of Hyde Park on Hudson (2012) by Sharon S — 13 Jan 2013

Saw HYDE PARK ON HUDSON yesterday. 4 stars--lovely period drama with Bill Murray and Laura Linney. Another interesting take on King George too.

This review of Hyde Park on Hudson (2012) was written by Sharon S on 13 Jan 2013.

Hyde Park on Hudson has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Kenny V (90) on 17 Jan 2014

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By Stephen R (369) on 30 Sep 2014

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