Review of Forbidden Zone (1982) by Patrick G — 02 Mar 2009

I love the 1980 new wave underground before it was compromised in following years.

This review of Forbidden Zone (1982) was written by Patrick G on 02 Mar 2009.

Forbidden Zone has generally received positive reviews.

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Aaaaw the golden age of trash! long live the late 70s and very early 80s. this quite simply mental…

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