Review of The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) by Elizabeth E — 26 Jan 2008

Enjoyed the play better than the film, but all in all not a bad adaptation.

This review of The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) was written by Elizabeth E on 26 Jan 2008.

The Importance of Being Earnest has generally received positive reviews.

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