Review of Carnival of Souls (1962) by Chuck P — 09 Feb 2010

Great eerie horror classic that undoubtably inspired movies like night of the living dead.

This review of Carnival of Souls (1962) was written by Chuck P on 09 Feb 2010.

Carnival of Souls has generally received positive reviews.

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