Review of Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan (1989) by Douglas L — 15 Nov 2011

I dont know why everyone hates this one, at least it wasnt at the frickin camp again! But the title is kinda decieving.

This review of Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan (1989) was written by Douglas L on 15 Nov 2011.

Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan has generally received mixed reviews.

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