Review of Sense and Sensibility (1995) by Marcela C — 23 May 2010

Period dramas that don't suck are the best.

This review of Sense and Sensibility (1995) was written by Marcela C on 23 May 2010.

Sense and Sensibility has generally received very positive reviews.

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