Review of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966) by Dan S — 29 Oct 2011

Some very funny dialouge, and good acting.

This review of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966) was written by Dan S on 29 Oct 2011.

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum has generally received positive reviews.

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