Review of Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (2008) by Silvia O — 17 Mar 2010

Perfectly done, the costumes, the sets everything. Like stepping back in time. Really enjoyable to watch.

This review of Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (2008) was written by Silvia O on 17 Mar 2010.

Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day has generally received positive reviews.

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