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Review of The Wizard (1989) by Robb P — 09 Jan 2008

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Fuck yea, Super Mario Brothers 3 representing.

This review of The Wizard (1989) was written by Robb P on 09 Jan 2008.

The Wizard has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Crispin T (91) on 28 Jan 2013

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By Richard V (273) on 22 Apr 2013

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