Review of Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things (1972) by Chris P — 13 Sep 2007

Classic zombie fare, a must see if you are a zombie nut.

This review of Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things (1972) was written by Chris P on 13 Sep 2007.

Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things has generally received mixed reviews.

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