Review of Forbidden Zone (1982) by Joe O — 16 Jun 2007

For those who relish weirdness. Plus a open-faced psychological profile of all things Elfman.

This review of Forbidden Zone (1982) was written by Joe O on 16 Jun 2007.

Forbidden Zone has generally received positive reviews.

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By Rodney E (723) on 27 Dec 2009

Saw this not too long ago and it quickly became a favorite within the first minutes..a very absurd and cartoony aesthetic with a nice mix of…

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By Yum Yum C (1) on 20 Nov 2009

This is so hard to rate. so I rate this based on my viewing. with a few good dittys there is little else to salvage from this flick…

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By Jeff T (375) on 27 Feb 2010

I didn't think I would enjoy this but I did. The most surreal film I have ever seen. Danny Elfman's score is fantastic. Best watched when drunk…

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By Clint R (20) on 09 Apr 2010

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