Review of Sense and Sensibility (1995) by Meaghan B — 18 Jan 2011

Currently watching this in Brit Lit. Good stuff!

This review of Sense and Sensibility (1995) was written by Meaghan B on 18 Jan 2011.

Sense and Sensibility has generally received very positive reviews.

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