Review of Zelig (1983) by Louis M — 27 Apr 2012

Wacky, zany, creative, and utterly brilliant. Forest Gump stole the special effect gimmick years later.

This review of Zelig (1983) was written by Louis M on 27 Apr 2012.

Zelig has generally received very positive reviews.

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