The Importance of Being Earnest

The Importance of Being Earnest
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The Importance of Being Earnest

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Directed by: Anthony Asquith

Overview

Two young gentlemen living in 1890s England use the same pseudonym ('Ernest') on the sly, which is fine until they both fall in love with women using that name, which leads to a comedy of mistaken identities.

Review (1)

  • CinemaSerf (Rated: 7)

    There's little point in outlining the plot here - it's not what the film is about. It is the combination of characterisations and the wonderfully witty writing of Oscar Wilde that make this a thoroughly enjoyable film to watch. It makes no bones about it's theatrical origins - even featuring a curta...

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