Review of Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town (1970) by Carrie H — 14 Jul 2008

I love these old claymation Christmas movies.

This review of Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town (1970) was written by Carrie H on 14 Jul 2008.

Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town has generally received very positive reviews.

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