Review of My Bloody Valentine (1981) by Jennell J — 08 Feb 2008

Halloween slasher, check.

Christmas slasher, check.

Valentine slasher... go!

This review of My Bloody Valentine (1981) was written by Jennell J on 08 Feb 2008.

My Bloody Valentine has generally received mixed reviews.

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