Review of The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) by Ryan Z — 16 Feb 2013

Thoroughly brilliant movie. My one and only complaint is that it was too short.

This review of The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) was written by Ryan Z on 16 Feb 2013.

The Nightmare Before Christmas has generally received very positive reviews.

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