Review of Friday the 13th (2009) by Russell H — 14 Aug 2012

Cool idea to make Jason a more realistic killer in this remake.

This review of Friday the 13th (2009) was written by Russell H on 14 Aug 2012.

Friday the 13th has generally received mixed reviews.

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