Review of The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) by Jess L — 05 Feb 2013

The creative ingenuity showcased in this oddball holiday claymation can be appreciated by viewers of all ages.

This review of The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) was written by Jess L on 05 Feb 2013.

The Nightmare Before Christmas has generally received very positive reviews.

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