Review of Children of the Corn (1984) by Lianna M — 28 Nov 2013

A classic horror movie, no great special effects but it will turn you off driving through cornfields forever.

This review of Children of the Corn (1984) was written by Lianna M on 28 Nov 2013.

Children of the Corn has generally received mixed reviews.

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