Review of Poltergeist (2015) by Nett A — 18 Nov 2015

The children out acted the parents. Not as good as the original.

This review of Poltergeist (2015) was written by Nett A on 18 Nov 2015.

Poltergeist has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Sheena N (1) on 20 Apr 2017

Now I've seen the original and loved it but this, this was a piece of garbage. Nothing can compare this trash to the original…

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By Josh H (1,272) on 03 May 2017

Oh Sam, how did they convince you to do this movie. Far below your talents. Lots of stereotypical B cast…

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Not good at all, does not do original any favors. Not scary, almost exactly the same, this movie was pointless it shouldn't exist…

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