Review of Pay the Ghost (2015) by Russell C — 22 Sep 2015

Storyline was odd. Not very engaging and slow in some parts. Not thrilling at all.

This review of Pay the Ghost (2015) was written by Russell C on 22 Sep 2015.

Pay the Ghost has generally received negative reviews.

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