Review of The Funhouse (1981) by Degeneration The Reaping — 15 Oct 2009

Come on Tobe, what are you waiting for? Hey give this guy some money instead of Rob Zombie.

This review of The Funhouse (1981) was written by Degeneration The Reaping on 15 Oct 2009.

The Funhouse has generally received mixed reviews.

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