Review of Bad Taste (1987) by Brian S — 08 Aug 2016

Brilliant film, add to the fact that it took 4 years to film, PJ's debut sets the benchmark for all budding filmmakers.

This review of Bad Taste (1987) was written by Brian S on 08 Aug 2016.

Bad Taste has generally received positive reviews.

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