Review of The Age of Innocence (1993) by Mariah S — 27 Dec 2007

A beautifully staged and shot movie... I'm mesmerized.

This review of The Age of Innocence (1993) was written by Mariah S on 27 Dec 2007.

The Age of Innocence has generally received very positive reviews.

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