Review of Children of the Corn (1984) by Charlie — 04 Sep 2008

A not bad horror film.Would like to see the sequals.Only watch if a true horror film fan.A not bad Steven King film.

This review of Children of the Corn (1984) was written by ***Charlie*** on 04 Sep 2008.

Children of the Corn has generally received mixed reviews.

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