Review of Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead (1991) by Kevin M — 03 May 2007

One of my favorites. The play is even better.

This review of Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead (1991) was written by Kevin M on 03 May 2007.

Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead has generally received very positive reviews.

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