Review of Juan of the Dead (2011) by Corey B — 23 Aug 2012

Fun and over top filled with political satire. Juan of the Dead is a great zombie horror comedy.

This review of Juan of the Dead (2011) was written by Corey B on 23 Aug 2012.

Juan of the Dead has generally received positive reviews.

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