Review of The Draughtsman's Contract (1982) by James M — 02 Jan 2008

Intriguing, mesmerising, bewitching -.

Greenaway at his best.

This review of The Draughtsman's Contract (1982) was written by James M on 02 Jan 2008.

The Draughtsman's Contract has generally received very positive reviews.

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