Review of In the Mouth of Madness (1995) by Sean J — 16 Sep 2008

One part Stephen King, one part H.P. Lovecraft, one part totally freakin' crazy. A gripping voyage in to madness and hell on earth.

This review of In the Mouth of Madness (1995) was written by Sean J on 16 Sep 2008.

In the Mouth of Madness has generally received positive reviews.

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