Review of The Funhouse (1981) by Brian B — 15 Feb 2009

Saw this movie when I dated for the 1st time.

This review of The Funhouse (1981) was written by Brian B on 15 Feb 2009.

The Funhouse has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Generoso F (106) on 05 Oct 2012

Was so glad the Coolidge showed a remastered print of this last night. It's playing again tonight…

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