Review of Poltergeist III (1988) by Holly F — 26 Jun 2007

Why must poltergeists follow the girl around?! Bad ghosties bad!

This review of Poltergeist III (1988) was written by Holly F on 26 Jun 2007.

Poltergeist III has generally received mixed reviews.

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