Review of The Wiz (1978) by Erin B — 15 Oct 2008

Completely twisted greatness. Thank you Richard Pryor. Wish they had cast Lillias White but Diana Ross rocks the singing...

This review of The Wiz (1978) was written by Erin B on 15 Oct 2008.

The Wiz has generally received mixed reviews.

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