Review of The Magnificent Ambersons (1942) by Paul B — 10 Feb 2008

Too bad we'll never see it as it was intended.

This review of The Magnificent Ambersons (1942) was written by Paul B on 10 Feb 2008.

The Magnificent Ambersons has generally received very positive reviews.

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