Review of Halloween II (1981) by Ted B — 29 Oct 2010

This is a worthy sequel but doesnt pack the originality and subtleness of the first. Part 2 is much more violent but less suspenseful.

This review of Halloween II (1981) was written by Ted B on 29 Oct 2010.

Halloween II has generally received positive reviews.

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