Review of Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986) by David S — 09 Apr 2011

The only thing shocking in this 80's shocker is the shockingly bad acting. Zing! But seriously folks...

This review of Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986) was written by David S on 09 Apr 2011.

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