Review of Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) by Brandon O — 14 Oct 2007

Pure genius. What a script - Joan Greenwood is amazing.

This review of Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949) was written by Brandon O on 14 Oct 2007.

Kind Hearts and Coronets has generally received very positive reviews.

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