Review of Oz the Great and Powerful (2013) by Darrell L — 01 Jan 2014

James Franco seems key to this film's success.

This review of Oz the Great and Powerful (2013) was written by Darrell L on 01 Jan 2014.

Oz the Great and Powerful has generally received mixed reviews.

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