Review of The Wiz (1978) by Shishandra D — 18 Sep 2009

When I was in elementary school they showed this movie so many times loved it and have it at home! RIP MJ!

This review of The Wiz (1978) was written by Shishandra D on 18 Sep 2009.

The Wiz has generally received mixed reviews.

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