Review of Vera Drake (2004) by Julia P — 19 Jun 2007

Incredible. INCREDIBLE ACTING! wonderful setting! good good good.

This review of Vera Drake (2004) was written by Julia P on 19 Jun 2007.

Vera Drake has generally received very positive reviews.

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