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Flop is such a harsh word when describing any film, let alone one that would go on to enjoy such fame and adoration. The truth hurts sometimes, though, and Hocus Pocus was definitely not a run-away success out of the gate. Burr, Ty (July 23, 1993). "Hocus Pocus Review". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on October 21, 2017 . Retrieved October 28, 2011.

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