Review of Poltergeist (2015) by Irvin K — 28 Mar 2016

I have never seen the original, but this movie was entertaining. Creepy at some parts and funny at others.

This review of Poltergeist (2015) was written by Irvin K on 28 Mar 2016.

Poltergeist has generally received mixed reviews.

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