Review of Ridicule (1996) by Jason H — 15 Nov 2007

The detail of historical french court life is great. The jokes work so well in English as they do in French - brilliant wit!

This review of Ridicule (1996) was written by Jason H on 15 Nov 2007.

Ridicule has generally received very positive reviews.

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