Review of Shakespeare in Love (1998) by Lee B — 13 Jul 2013

As an old English teacher, I was thrilled with the theater, the crowds, the wonderful lightness of it all.

This review of Shakespeare in Love (1998) was written by Lee B on 13 Jul 2013.

Shakespeare in Love has generally received very positive reviews.

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