Review of A Christmas Carol (1984) by Leah K — 25 Aug 2007

The gold standard...George C Scott was perfect and no one can top his role as scrooge.

This review of A Christmas Carol (1984) was written by Leah K on 25 Aug 2007.

A Christmas Carol has generally received positive reviews.

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