Review of The Wiz (1978) by Eric C — 27 Dec 2011

This is a hood classic. "You Can't Win" by Michael Jackson.

This review of The Wiz (1978) was written by Eric C on 27 Dec 2011.

The Wiz has generally received mixed reviews.

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