Review of Carousel (1956) by Michael T — 30 Apr 2016

Not one of my favorite musicals. A bit strange and Gordon MacRae creeps me out.

This review of Carousel (1956) was written by Michael T on 30 Apr 2016.

Carousel has generally received mixed reviews.

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