Review of Hocus Pocus (1984) by Nathan G — 13 Feb 2010

OMG I love this movie, its in my top five.

This review of Hocus Pocus (1984) was written by Nathan G on 13 Feb 2010.

Hocus Pocus has generally received positive reviews.

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