Review of Joe Versus the Volcano (1990) by Andy H — 14 Jun 2009

This movie is deeper then I think most give it credit for. It's so good, it gives me a "brain cloud"!

This review of Joe Versus the Volcano (1990) was written by Andy H on 14 Jun 2009.

Joe Versus the Volcano has generally received mixed reviews.

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