Review of Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) by Wesley C — 10 Nov 2007

Simply one of the best written, well acted movies of all time.

This review of Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) was written by Wesley C on 10 Nov 2007.

Kind Hearts and Coronets has generally received very positive reviews.

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