Review of Children of the Corn (1984) by Priest 1 — 28 Feb 2009

This movie was ok, it wasn't too scary.

This review of Children of the Corn (1984) was written by Priest 1 on 28 Feb 2009.

Children of the Corn has generally received mixed reviews.

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