Review of Forbidden Zone (1982) by Luke R — 05 Jun 2007

One of danny elfmans best. This movie really grows on you and is the weirdest movie I have ever seen.

This review of Forbidden Zone (1982) was written by Luke R on 05 Jun 2007.

Forbidden Zone has generally received positive reviews.

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