Review of Oz the Great and Powerful (2013) by Connor S — 10 Oct 2014

We all knew this wasn't going to be as good as Wizard of Oz but it's still a good movie none the less.

This review of Oz the Great and Powerful (2013) was written by Connor S on 10 Oct 2014.

Oz the Great and Powerful has generally received mixed reviews.

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