Series ✦ Penny’s Take
Video Movie Guide 1990
Mick Martin · 1989
45/100
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As a historical artifact of the VHS era this has some charm, but as a functional reference it has been entirely supplanted by online databases. There is no narrative, no lasting critical contribution, and no practical use for a modern reader — it belongs in a time capsule, not a reading list.
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Verdict receipt0–100
safety65
substance40
craft55
originality35
accuracy30
hype40
age-fit55
human-eye35
Penny’s verdict45
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