Review of Pet Sematary (1989) by Jonathan L — 24 Jul 2009

Quite good adaptation of a great book from Stephen King is not quite faithful but a shocking and disturbing ride of zombies and supernatural.

This review of Pet Sematary (1989) was written by Jonathan L on 24 Jul 2009.

Pet Sematary has generally received mixed reviews.

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