Review of Fright Night (2011) by Maggie M — 20 Sep 2012

Sexiest vampire ever!... Oh and some enjoyable humor and neat "throwback" elements.

This review of Fright Night (2011) was written by Maggie M on 20 Sep 2012.

Fright Night has generally received positive reviews.

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