Review of Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981) by Kathryn O — 11 Jan 2009

One of the best of the Friday the 13th sequels. Amy Steel is an amazing final girl, who definitely has you rooting for her to live.

This review of Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981) was written by Kathryn O on 11 Jan 2009.

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

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