Review of Poltergeist II: The Other Side (1986) by Alex A — 03 Nov 2007

Great villain reverend, great effects and Jerry Goldsmith score really works here.

This review of Poltergeist II: The Other Side (1986) was written by Alex A on 03 Nov 2007.

Poltergeist II: The Other Side has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Bruno V (991) on 26 May 2015

It still has the original cast, and Jerry Goldsmith's musical score is a multiplying factor for the atmosphere...but this sequel is unnecessary,…

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By Russ V (164) on 03 Jul 2014

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Carol Anne (Heather O'Rourke) is followed by evil spirits again, this time embodied by the ghost of the evil preacher (Julian Beck, creepily…

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