Review of Halloween II (1981) by Michael W — 30 Oct 2014

Disappointment is the major feeling, watching Rick Rosenthal pick up the story where John Carpenter left off and then downgrading it.

This review of Halloween II (1981) was written by Michael W on 30 Oct 2014.

Halloween II has generally received positive reviews.

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