Review of A Christmas Carol (1984) by Adam B — 29 Jul 2008

Made for TV, but has George C. Scott... best Scrooge.

This review of A Christmas Carol (1984) was written by Adam B on 29 Jul 2008.

A Christmas Carol has generally received positive reviews.

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