Review of Opening Night (1933) by Sandrine S — 05 Dec 2009

A superb example of using the play within a play to heighten the "reality" of the outer frame.

This review of Opening Night (1933) was written by Sandrine S on 05 Dec 2009.

Opening Night has generally received positive reviews.

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