Review of The Spanish Prisoner (1997) by Hege E — 09 Aug 2007

Beware of all enterprises which require new clothes.

This review of The Spanish Prisoner (1997) was written by Hege E on 09 Aug 2007.

The Spanish Prisoner has generally received positive reviews.

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