Review of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968) by Leila F — 01 Aug 2013

A classic. Still good today. The overacting is really quite entertaining. Songs make me want to throw up, though and the movie is far too long.

This review of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968) was written by Leila F on 01 Aug 2013.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang has generally received positive reviews.

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