Review of Oliver! (1968) by Christopher E — 15 Jun 2007

It won the Best Picture Oscar for a reason.

This review of Oliver! (1968) was written by Christopher E on 15 Jun 2007.

Oliver! has generally received positive reviews.

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By Shelbie T (24) on 18 Aug 2014

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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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