Review of Monkey Shines (1988) by Demonic N — 24 Jun 2006

This movie rocks because monkeys are crazy....... especialy ones on mind altering super drugs.

This review of Monkey Shines (1988) was written by Demonic N on 24 Jun 2006.

Monkey Shines has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Bheema D (235) on 13 Nov 2014

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By Røgers C (23) on 03 Dec 2011

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Features a compelling plot and some stylish individual moments of tension during the thunderous climax, but its energy is sapped and forward…

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By Mayfieldja (16) on 06 Oct 2017

There are flaws scattered throughout this entire film…

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By Alexander C (2,448) on 31 Oct 2012

It worked for me; I'm working on severing my spinal column as we speak. creepy, obsessive, telepathic, monkey- partner here I come…

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One of Romero's most complex and challenging creations…

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By Jason H (1,621) on 18 Sep 2014

Starts out strong but goes off the wayward path when the protagonist of the film descends into monkey shine madness…

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