Review of Frankenhooker (1990) by Tim M — 20 Jun 2008

Needed more Zorro!! Honestly, zubaz wearing pimps with giant gold Z's around their necks sell.

This review of Frankenhooker (1990) was written by Tim M on 20 Jun 2008.

Frankenhooker has generally received mixed reviews.

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