Review of Paranormal Activity 3 (2011) by Scott S — 23 Jun 2012

Paranormal Activity 3 brings the true horror potential in the series and continues with the shocking jump scares. Brilliant movie.

This review of Paranormal Activity 3 (2011) was written by Scott S on 23 Jun 2012.

Paranormal Activity 3 has generally received mixed reviews.

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