Review of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) by Glenn M — 18 Dec 2009

How can one movie have so many musical montages?

This review of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) was written by Glenn M on 18 Dec 2009.

Santa Claus: The Movie has generally received positive reviews.

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