Review of The Greatest Show on Earth (1952) by Sarah Z — 15 Mar 2007

I could watch this show over and over again... and even the best movies I don't really like to watch that much!

This review of The Greatest Show on Earth (1952) was written by Sarah Z on 15 Mar 2007.

The Greatest Show on Earth has generally received positive reviews.

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