Review of Hatchet (2006) by Matt C — 20 Jun 2008

Genius gore-fest with ace old-school special effects and as-standard daft plot.

This review of Hatchet (2006) was written by Matt C on 20 Jun 2008.

Hatchet has generally received mixed reviews.

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