Who Killed Mrs De Ropp?
Who Killed Mrs De Ropp?

Who Killed Mrs De Ropp?

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2007
0h 58m
4.9(3 votes)
Drama
TV Movie

Overview

On a train journey, Saki meets Mrs De Ropp, an oppressive aunt and guardian to an unruly brood. Inspired by the meeting, he imagines a tale of repressed children who find solace in their childish wonder, and are saved by their imagination.

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