Review of Frankenhooker (1990) by Carl N — 24 Jan 2010

Super-crack can really mess you up, kids.

This review of Frankenhooker (1990) was written by Carl N on 24 Jan 2010.

Frankenhooker has generally received mixed reviews.

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