Review of Gymkata (1985) by Guy G — 04 Jul 2011

It's not a great movie mind you, but it's gruesomely hilarious, oddly paced, and fucking gymnastics, that's what!

This review of Gymkata (1985) was written by Guy G on 04 Jul 2011.

Gymkata has generally received mixed reviews.

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