Review of Joe Versus the Volcano (1990) by Adam P — 18 Jul 2007

Oh God this movie is weird and totally stupid.

This review of Joe Versus the Volcano (1990) was written by Adam P on 18 Jul 2007.

Joe Versus the Volcano has generally received mixed reviews.

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Quite simply one of the 10 best movies ever produced. If you don't like it, you didn't get it. Open your heart and watch it again…

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Great movie and as long as you don't measure it against formulaic comedy that is handed out hundreds of times each year, then you will enjoy it too…

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By Leo K (530) on 19 Jun 2016

What, this is one of the best movies ever made. 58 percent…

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