Review of Shakespeare in Love (1998) by Harry W — 04 Apr 2013

My favorite movie of all time- what can I say? Shakespeare does it again 400 years later.

This review of Shakespeare in Love (1998) was written by Harry W on 04 Apr 2013.

Shakespeare in Love has generally received very positive reviews.

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