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Downton Abbey: A New Era movie review: should we improve society somewhat, or nah?
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Downton Abbey: A New Era movie review: should we improve society somewhat, or nah?

now in UK cinemas; opens in the US May 20th

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MaryAnn Johanson
Apr 29, 2022
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Downton Abbey: A New Era movie review: should we improve society somewhat, or nah?
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MaryAnn’s quick take: Steady your heart palpitations: it’s the same old era for the nicest feudal hangover. The delusional reactionary fantasy of wealth and privilege for some, cheerful servitude for others remains intact.

[This review is also available at FlickFilosopher.com. Downton Abbey: A New Era is in UK cinemas now; it opens in the US on May 20th.]

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