Review of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966) by Greg C — 08 May 2010

Such a great classic! They don't make movies like this anymore :(.

This review of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966) was written by Greg C on 08 May 2010.

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

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