Review of Phantasm (1979) by Joseph M — 16 Jan 2019

A bit campy and filled with low-budget tropes, Phantasm delivers otherworldly mystery and satisfying scares. An underrated horror classic with one of the most deliciously evil horror villains.

This review of Phantasm (1979) was written by Joseph M on 16 Jan 2019.

Phantasm has generally received positive reviews.

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