Review of Forbidden Zone (1982) by Andrew B — 17 Feb 2008

One of the strangest things I've ever seen.

This review of Forbidden Zone (1982) was written by Andrew B on 17 Feb 2008.

Forbidden Zone has generally received positive reviews.

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By Eric R (1,431) on 06 Apr 2012

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By Anne S (296) on 06 Jul 2012

Awesome movie from the 80's...very low budget and a bit unconventional, but hey, it's done by Richard Elfman with Danny Elfman (Oingo Boingo…

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By Roger B (127) on 17 Mar 2010

This was hilarious! Great independent film with some awesome music by Danny Elfman. Crazy whacked out stuff... a must see…

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By Preston S (43) on 31 Aug 2013

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