Review of The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) by Dustin R — 29 Sep 2007

A rom com without being a chick flick. Funny, witty, and cute!

This review of The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) was written by Dustin R on 29 Sep 2007.

The Importance of Being Earnest has generally received positive reviews.

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