Review of Amityville: The Evil Escapes (1989) by Nichele W — 12 Jan 2008

Why doesn't this series die?

At least they hired an actress with a cool name, Patty Duke.

This review of Amityville: The Evil Escapes (1989) was written by Nichele W on 12 Jan 2008.

Amityville: The Evil Escapes has generally received negative reviews.

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