Review of Carousel (1956) by Michelle M — 02 May 2008

Sailor brawl? Sorry, but the only dance-fight that is acceptable is in "West Side Story". Not exactly the best musical out there.

This review of Carousel (1956) was written by Michelle M on 02 May 2008.

Carousel has generally received mixed reviews.

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