Review of The Band Wagon (1953) by Jennifer H — 19 Jul 2008

Apart from the weird "triplets" dance (which was freaky) this film is brilliant.

This review of The Band Wagon (1953) was written by Jennifer H on 19 Jul 2008.

The Band Wagon has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Paul D (6,077) on 27 Jun 2011

Les numÃ©ros musicaux sont effectivement Ã©patants... Mais pour le reste, c'est longuet, bavard, ennuyeux.. DÃ©ception…

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