In defence of Netflix’s Persuasion
No, I haven’t read Jane Austen’s novel. Must that disqualify me from enjoying this joyful and self-aware parody?
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No, I haven’t read Jane Austen’s novel. Must that disqualify me from enjoying this joyful and self-aware parody?
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