Review of The Black Cauldron (1985) by Karl R — 28 Jun 2007

WAH? a disney movie rated PG? say it ain't so.

This review of The Black Cauldron (1985) was written by Karl R on 28 Jun 2007.

The Black Cauldron has generally received mixed reviews.

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