Review of Paranormal Activity (2007) by Bernards — 08 Oct 2009

Agree with Andrew B. One of the scariest movies I've seen in a long time. Better than anything Blair Witch related.

This review of Paranormal Activity (2007) was written by Bernards on 08 Oct 2009.

Paranormal Activity has generally received positive reviews.

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