Review of Oliver! (1968) by Sterling S — 29 Aug 2007

Greatest musical of all time. Jack Wild is magic.

This review of Oliver! (1968) was written by Sterling S on 29 Aug 2007.

Oliver! has generally received positive reviews.

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