Review of Newsies (1992) by Simon M — 19 Aug 2008

A very likable film and one of the best musicals I've seen.

This review of Newsies (1992) was written by Simon M on 19 Aug 2008.

Newsies has generally received positive reviews.

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By Alexander H (1) on 29 Apr 2018

This movie was phenomenal and based of of historic events. Great soundtrack too! would recommend…

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By Trevor F (160) on 07 Aug 2013

Critics can all go jump off a cliff! This movies is awesome…

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By James S (2,117) on 02 Jan 2018

The music (or most of it) is very well done but the acting and plot is not very good…

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By Ethan A (249) on 27 May 2017

One of my favorite movies! It looks good, but the Broadway musical version of this movie is way better…

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