Review of The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) by Maureen C — 21 Jun 2007

Rupert Everrett and Collin Firth ... some of my favourite actors ... love any story by Oscar Wilde.

This review of The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) was written by Maureen C on 21 Jun 2007.

The Importance of Being Earnest has generally received positive reviews.

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