Review of The Wiz (1978) by Ebony R — 12 Jan 2010

I love this movie because it have Michael Jackson in it.I love you Michael Jackson also much.

This review of The Wiz (1978) was written by Ebony R on 12 Jan 2010.

The Wiz has generally received mixed reviews.

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