Review of Shock Treatment (1981) by Darth Pug! — 15 Jun 2008

AWFUL sequel to the Rocky Horror Picture Show. The first one was good. But barely! WHY?? Wow!

This review of Shock Treatment (1981) was written by Darth Pug! on 15 Jun 2008.

Shock Treatment has generally received mixed reviews.

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