Review of Paperhouse (1988) by Amanda E — 22 Nov 2007

I loved this film, creepy and imagination is brilliant.

This review of Paperhouse (1988) was written by Amanda E on 22 Nov 2007.

Paperhouse has generally received positive reviews.

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