Review of Maximum Overdrive (1986) by Shane E — 13 Aug 2008

Who can't love a movie with a KW with that hood ornament!

This review of Maximum Overdrive (1986) was written by Shane E on 13 Aug 2008.

Maximum Overdrive has generally received mixed reviews.

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I loved this film. It was a clever idea. I always like Stephen King Movies. He is a clever writer…

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Enserio es mala pero no paro de reír #StephenKing…

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Just god awful. Plus, Emilio Estevez blows…

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