Review of Hocus Pocus (1993) by Jennette B — 29 Sep 2013

One of THE BEST Halloween movies ever. No dispute. ;).

This review of Hocus Pocus (1993) was written by Jennette B on 29 Sep 2013.

Hocus Pocus has generally received positive reviews.

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