Review of Shocker (1989) by Dan D — 29 May 2007

A bad way for Wes Craven to try to invent a new seriel killer after he sold the rights to Freddy.

This review of Shocker (1989) was written by Dan D on 29 May 2007.

Shocker has generally received mixed reviews.

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