Review of The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) by Laura M — 06 Jun 2007

Hysterical, I love rupert everett and colin firth.

This review of The Importance of Being Earnest (2002) was written by Laura M on 06 Jun 2007.

The Importance of Being Earnest has generally received positive reviews.

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