Review of Shock Treatment (1981) by Morgan T — 14 Nov 2007

A nice movie to watch with the whole family.

This review of Shock Treatment (1981) was written by Morgan T on 14 Nov 2007.

Shock Treatment has generally received mixed reviews.

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