Review of A Christmas Carol (1984) by Maggie W — 11 Oct 2008

I have nightmares after watching this movie, and they almost always involve that creepy man pulling open his robe to reveal two small boys under there...

This review of A Christmas Carol (1984) was written by Maggie W on 11 Oct 2008.

A Christmas Carol has generally received positive reviews.

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