Review of The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) by Christina I — 10 Sep 2007

A very witty movie, but then it is based on the play by Oscar Wilde.

This review of The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) was written by Christina I on 10 Sep 2007.

The Importance of Being Earnest has generally received positive reviews.

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A light and somewhat distracted version of Wilde's classic. Superb cast. I like it, to be Earnest…

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