Review of The Crucible (1996) by Erix A — 13 Nov 2007

I really like the play so I knew I would like the movie.

This review of The Crucible (1996) was written by Erix A on 13 Nov 2007.

The Crucible has generally received positive reviews.

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I've read the play and I did enjoy it a lot, but this was just done so badly. The acting was so poor and the actors were not convincing at all…

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