Review of Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981) by Russ B — 01 Nov 2017

A solidly entertaining and typically daft Friday 13th movie. This one tried to tell a proper story and the denouement shows a little flair.

This review of Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981) was written by Russ B on 01 Nov 2017.

Friday the 13th Part 2 has generally received mixed reviews.

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