Review of The Wiz (1978) by Brett B — 15 Feb 2013

An over indulgent mind and a heart of gold. What a riot!

This review of The Wiz (1978) was written by Brett B on 15 Feb 2013.

The Wiz has generally received mixed reviews.

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You're thinking: they updated the original ... with an all black cast?!? and you would be right…

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