Forbidden Zone

In this avant-garde musical fantasy, audiences are transported to a bizarre and surreal alternate dimension accessed through a mysterious portal in a family’s basement. The film is a wild ride filled with eccentric characters, including a frog butler and a queen with a penchant for song and dance, all set to the eclectic music of the Mystic Knights of the Oingo Boingo. Directed by Richard Elfman, the movie is notable for its unique blend of live-action and animation, as well as its cult following. Although it did not receive any major awards, its distinct style and offbeat humor have made it a memorable piece of underground cinema. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.