Review of Vanity Fair (2004) by Liz P — 24 Feb 2008

Great look at social class. Costums are lovely.

This review of Vanity Fair (2004) was written by Liz P on 24 Feb 2008.

Vanity Fair has generally received mixed reviews.

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