Review of Phenomena (1985) by Joe R — 04 Mar 2010

" One of my favorite Italian horror flicks starring a young Jennifer Connelly and the late Donald Pleasence.

This review of Phenomena (1985) was written by Joe R on 04 Mar 2010.

Phenomena has generally received positive reviews.

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