Review of Hatchet (2006) by Tim M — 21 Oct 2010

Basically, the best FRIDAY THE 13TH film ever made, HATCHET is a hilariously gory return to old-school 80s horror.

This review of Hatchet (2006) was written by Tim M on 21 Oct 2010.

Hatchet has generally received mixed reviews.

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