This adaptation of the Dickens tale is so awkwardly paced that it leaves one wondering why it even won Best Picture. Yet again, it's typical '60's song-and-dance. Carol Reed could not quite catch the essence of the musical songbook the way Robert Wise did.
This review of Oliver! (1968) was written by Shelbie T on 18 Aug 2014.
Oliver! has generally received positive reviews.
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