Review of Children of the Corn (1984) by Nicky M — 12 Aug 2008

Once again, creepy kids freak me out! Book was better but this movie was another step in my early love of horror.

This review of Children of the Corn (1984) was written by Nicky M on 12 Aug 2008.

Children of the Corn has generally received mixed reviews.

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