Review of Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) by Tim S — 24 Apr 2008

A really funny dark comedy. Alec Guinness pulls an Eddie Murphy, but the fart jokes are replaced by brilliant acting.

This review of Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) was written by Tim S on 24 Apr 2008.

Kind Hearts and Coronets has generally received very positive reviews.

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