Review of Sense and Sensibility (1995) by John B — 26 Dec 2012

Another wonderful movie in the Jane Austen series with a great cast and story.

This review of Sense and Sensibility (1995) was written by John B on 26 Dec 2012.

Sense and Sensibility has generally received very positive reviews.

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