Review of Paperhouse (1988) by Viktor B — 27 Jul 2013

A dark and interesting fantasy horror about a young girl who begins to experience feverish dreams about a house she has drawn.

This review of Paperhouse (1988) was written by Viktor B on 27 Jul 2013.

Paperhouse has generally received positive reviews.

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