Review of Pet Sematary (1989) by Kim F — 14 May 2012

Good horror movie that can still give me chills.

This review of Pet Sematary (1989) was written by Kim F on 14 May 2012.

Pet Sematary has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Luis M (377) on 30 Sep 2017

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By Gimly M (816) on 10 Sep 2018

Even if it wasn't any good, Pet Sematary's sort of a must watch given how heavily it's been referenced in the film and television industries…

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By Dale R (193) on 06 Jul 2017

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By Mrtacobob (46) on 12 Jul 2017

A lot of people hate Stephen King movies and I can see why sometimes but Pet Sematary is great! It is creepy for example Zelda…

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By Justin S (1,191) on 17 Oct 2016

A very scary horror film, justifiably ranked with the best Stephen King film adaptations…

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By Jay Carr (837) for Boston Globe (6,852) on 14 Dec 2016

Pet Sematary marks the first time Stephen King has adapted his own book for the screen, and the result is undead schlock dulled by a slasher-film…

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