Review of Magic in the Moonlight (2014) by Miranda Z — 25 Dec 2014

Even Stone and Firth are unable to save what appears to be a distinctly magicless mockery of Pride and Prejudice.

This review of Magic in the Moonlight (2014) was written by Miranda Z on 25 Dec 2014.

Magic in the Moonlight has generally received mixed reviews.

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