Review of Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan (1989) by Cameron M — 01 Nov 2007

I really have nothing witty or funny to say a bout this entry. the entire thing is funny I simply can add nothing more.Jason punching off some guys head speaks louder than words ever can.

This review of Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan (1989) was written by Cameron M on 01 Nov 2007.

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

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Wow. This was not only the worst Friday the 13th movie, but it was one of the worst I've seen in a long time…

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By Liam C (674) on 27 Jul 2017

Jason doesn't take Manhattan he takes a BOAT. The first hour of the movie is spent on a boat and the rest is crappy effects and acting…

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