Spotlight at the Fair
6.1
1951
0 hr 19 min
Documentary
Rides, boxing booths, and a dog-faced monkey keep on moving as the travelling fair hits Mitcham and Stratford-upon-Avon, with a look in at Blackpool.
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- Cast:
- Robert Beatty
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I am only giving this movie a 1 for the great cast, though I can't imagine what any of them were thinking. This movie was horrible
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The thing I enjoyed most about the film is the fact that it doesn't shy away from being a super-sized-cliche;
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One of the most extraordinary films you will see this year. Take that as you want.
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This movie feels like it was made purely to piss off people who want good shows
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