Review of Paranormal Activity (2009) by Mary D — 07 Jan 2013

Got motion sickness from the camera movements.

This review of Paranormal Activity (2009) was written by Mary D on 07 Jan 2013.

Paranormal Activity has generally received positive reviews.

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By Manch F (179) on 09 Oct 2017

A fantastic way to waste your time. Yes, it's a slow build up... to scares that might spook my grandmother if she was high out of her mind…

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By Person O (2) on 22 Jul 2018

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By Ryan C (2,517) on 26 Nov 2018

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