Review of Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) by Ross M — 28 Feb 2008

Very funny, very relevant, very good!!! Classic.

This review of Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) was written by Ross M on 28 Feb 2008.

Kind Hearts and Coronets has generally received very positive reviews.

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