Review of The Great Mouse Detective (1986) by Brian G — 07 Oct 2007

Favorite Disney film. Its classic, dark, funny, and beautiful. I can't say more. The best.

This review of The Great Mouse Detective (1986) was written by Brian G on 07 Oct 2007.

The Great Mouse Detective has generally received positive reviews.

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