Review of Scrooge (1970) by Kristine A — 30 Mar 2008

Albert Finney really shines in this! amazing adaption.

This review of Scrooge (1970) was written by Kristine A on 30 Mar 2008.

Scrooge has generally received positive reviews.

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By Joshua "Lf" M (125) on 25 Dec 2012

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Albert Steptoe does A Christmas Carol. Didnt enjoy much at all. Albert Finney shouldnt be in a musical unless hes playing Daddy Warbucks…

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