Review of Queen Christina (1934) by Marie P — 30 Oct 2007

Great...specially when you consider she was having an affair with her maid...

This review of Queen Christina (1934) was written by Marie P on 30 Oct 2007.

Queen Christina has generally received very positive reviews.

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