Review of Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) by Joan A — 05 Nov 2007

Great black and white oldie.Kept me amused while doing the ironing.l.

This review of Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) was written by Joan A on 05 Nov 2007.

Kind Hearts and Coronets has generally received very positive reviews.

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