Review of Hellraiser (1987) by Matt F — 01 Jul 2010

If this is a humans idea of hell...I can't imagine how horrible the real one must be...

This review of Hellraiser (1987) was written by Matt F on 01 Jul 2010.

Hellraiser has generally received positive reviews.

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