Review of Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981) by Christopher H — 15 Apr 2012

Finally, some jason action! but minus the hockey mask....

This review of Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981) was written by Christopher H on 15 Apr 2012.

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

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