Review of Fright Night (2011) by Jean L — 02 Jan 2013

Never saw the original, but this movie was entertaining. It wasn't scary but it had its creepy and funny moments; nothing more nothing less.

This review of Fright Night (2011) was written by Jean L on 02 Jan 2013.

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