Review of The Magnificent Ambersons (1942) by Justin M — 14 Jun 2008

Greatest film of all time in the unedited version.

This review of The Magnificent Ambersons (1942) was written by Justin M on 14 Jun 2008.

The Magnificent Ambersons has generally received very positive reviews.

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