Review of The Portrait of a Lady (1996) by Matthew W — 24 Aug 2007

Intense and beautifully shot. Nicole Kidman in one of her better roles.

This review of The Portrait of a Lady (1996) was written by Matthew W on 24 Aug 2007.

The Portrait of a Lady has generally received mixed reviews.

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