Review of The Age of Innocence (1993) by Susana S — 29 Jun 2008

I love Edith Wharton; this movie could not have been better cast.

This review of The Age of Innocence (1993) was written by Susana S on 29 Jun 2008.

The Age of Innocence has generally received very positive reviews.

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