Review of Oliver! (1968) by Winefreda B — 30 Nov 2009

Nothing to draw viewers in but tolerable film.

This review of Oliver! (1968) was written by Winefreda B on 30 Nov 2009.

Oliver! has generally received positive reviews.

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[A] picture that will as firmly imprint itself on the imagination of the young as did some scenes in Snow White more than a generation ago…

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