Review of Children of the Corn (1984) by Marko B — 30 Jun 2009

One of King's greatest short stories gets top notch big-screen treatment. You may never look at children the same way again.

This review of Children of the Corn (1984) was written by Marko B on 30 Jun 2009.

Children of the Corn has generally received mixed reviews.

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