Review of Shakespeare in Love (1998) by Sheryl M — 31 Dec 2010

A clever romantic tragicomedy. Captures the very essence of Shakespearean love. Enchanting performance by Gwyneth Paltrow and Joseph Fiennes.

This review of Shakespeare in Love (1998) was written by Sheryl M on 31 Dec 2010.

Shakespeare in Love has generally received very positive reviews.

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