Review of Phenomena (1985) by Holly B — 30 May 2009

Wow, Jennifer Connelly pre-Labyrinth! Priceless! Weird movie though. What's the the rock music sleep-walking sequences? Weird 80's psychedelic horror flicks!

This review of Phenomena (1985) was written by Holly B on 30 May 2009.

Phenomena has generally received positive reviews.

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