Forbidden Zone

Forbidden Zone

Year: 1980

Runtime: 74 min

Language: English

Director: Richard Elfman

FantasyComedyMusical

A group of performers, the Mystic Knights of the Oingo Boingo, find themselves embarking on a bizarre and surreal journey. They travel through the unusual kingdom of Little King Fausto, encountering eccentric characters and facing unexpected challenges alongside the king and his mysterious queen. This fantastical comedy-musical blends humor and music in a unique and unforgettable adventure.

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1

Huckleberry's Discovery

On Friday, April 17 at 4 pm, in Venice, California, Huckleberry P. Jones, a local pimp and narcotics dealer, stumbles upon a mysterious door while hiding heroin in one of his vacant properties. This door leads him to the bizarre and dangerous realm known as the Sixth Dimension, from which he rapidly escapes after a brief encounter.

April 17, 4 pm Venice, California
2

The Sale to the Hercules Family

After his escapade in the Sixth Dimension, Huckleberry sells the house, unknowingly still containing the ominous door, to the Hercules family. This sale sets off a chain of events that will drastically change the lives of both families involved.

3

Squeezit's Troubling Tale

On their way to school, Frenchy and Flash Hercules encounter Squeezit Henderson, who shares horrifying stories of his traumatic childhood and his visions of his transgender twin sister, René. Squeezit reveals that René has fallen into the Sixth Dimension through the door located in their basement.

4

Frenchy's Curiosity

Intrigued by Squeezit's story, Frenchy becomes curious and decides to sneak a 'little peek' behind the forbidden door in the basement. This decision takes her on an unexpected journey into the mysterious Sixth Dimension.

5

Captivity in the Sixth Dimension

Upon entering the Sixth Dimension, Frenchy is quickly captured by the enigmatic Princess and presented to the rulers of this realm, King Fausto and Queen Doris. The king's sudden infatuation with Frenchy ignites a jealous rivalry, leading to her imprisonment.

Sixth Dimension
6

Flash's Desperate Search

The following day, Flash, now aware of the danger facing both his sister and Frenchy, becomes frantic to rescue them. He first seeks assistance from Squeezit, but when that fails, he turns to Gramps for help.

7

The Plan to Save Frenchy

In the Sixth Dimension, Flash and Gramps encounter an elderly Jewish man who devises a plan to rescue Frenchy from her cruel fate. However, their plans are disrupted when they fall into the hands of Bust Rod.

Sixth Dimension
8

Doris's Sinister Plan

Queen Doris decides to punish Frenchy and orchestrates a sinister scheme, leading to the relocation of all inhabitants of Cell 63 to a torture chamber. Tension escalates as hope for escape seems to fade.

Cell 63
9

The Ex-Queen's Tale

In a twist of fate, Flash and Gramps manage to escape and meet an ex-queen who shares her tragic story of being usurped by Queen Doris. This encounter provides them with motivation and insight for their mission of rescue.

10

Pa Hercules's Arrival

Amid the chaos of the La Brea Tar Pit Factory explosion, Pa Hercules is unexpectedly blasted into the Sixth Dimension, further complicating the rescue efforts for his family. This incident adds to the unfolding pandemonium.

La Brea Tar Pit Factory
11

Squeezit's Turn to Help

After confronting his personal challenges, Flash reaches out to Squeezit once more, who finally agrees to assist in the plan to rescue Frenchy. However, upon arriving in the Sixth Dimension, Squeezit gets caught in Satan's grip and faces dire consequences.

Sixth Dimension
12

The Epic Showdown

As tensions rise in the Sixth Dimension, a climactic showdown begins to unfold. Squeezit's severed head, now sprouting chicken wings, becomes a symbol of the madness, while alliances shift and betrayals arise during the fierce battle against Queen Doris.

Sixth Dimension
13

Interruption of Queen Doris

Just when Queen Doris prepares to deliver the final blow to Frenchy, she is halted by the unexpected arrival of the ex-queen, reigniting the fierce conflict. This moment brings hope back to the beleaguered characters as they join forces.

Sixth Dimension
14

Casualties and Losses

As the battle escalates, casualties mount as characters fight for survival and for the liberation of Frenchy. The chaos of battle reveals the true cost of their adventures in this strange realm.

15

The Grand Musical Finale

In the aftermath of the tumultuous events, the film concludes with a grand musical number featuring the surviving characters. They reflect on their wild adventure while discussing dreams of conquering the universe, leaving the audience in awe of the journey they've undertaken.

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