Review of Phenomena (1985) by John D — 30 Apr 2008

Not Argentos best, but the endings worth the wait. Or just skip to it.

This review of Phenomena (1985) was written by John D on 30 Apr 2008.

Phenomena has generally received positive reviews.

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