Review of Oliver! (1968) by Lorrie H — 05 Aug 2007

I dont know what one this is ive seen 2 differnt ones.

This review of Oliver! (1968) was written by Lorrie H on 05 Aug 2007.

Oliver! has generally received positive reviews.

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The focus of the movie is so wide, and the logistics of the production so heavy, that Oliver himself, dutifully played by 9-year-old Mark Lester,…

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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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By James Berardinelli (4,524) for ReelViews (4,523) on 01 Oct 2016

It’s an uneven film with a tone that veers from playful to menacing…

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Carol Reed, a master of noir, takes on Oliver Twist, so, naturally, this is going to be intense and bleakly colorless…

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By Nadav B (2) on 04 Apr 2017

This films is one of the greatest musicals ever the songs are memorable…

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By Jammy D (2) on 02 Mar 2015

Excellent film for a cosy winter afternoon in front of an open fire. Top class cast, top class film.... Unbeatable Entertainment, Classic…

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By Carol H (660) on 06 Mar 2016

I tried to give this film a chance. But it just didn't resonate with me…

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By Tanner B (443) on 09 Apr 2017

Big beautiful musical. The best of the late 60's musical lot. Tremendously stages numbers and innovative choreography…

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