Review of Sense and Sensibility (1995) by Grayson D — 21 Apr 2011

A strange choice of film for this director. It's not bad but is a bit stilted.

This review of Sense and Sensibility (1995) was written by Grayson D on 21 Apr 2011.

Sense and Sensibility has generally received very positive reviews.

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