Review of Jude (1996) by Patricia A — 02 Aug 2007

Gritty and heartbreaking. Just before Kate Winslet found fame in "Titanic".

This review of Jude (1996) was written by Patricia A on 02 Aug 2007.

Jude has generally received positive reviews.

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