Review of Psycho III (1986) by Charles P — 30 Apr 2007

Anthony Perkins is just freakin creepy! Two stars for that. Movie is watchable. And forgettable.

This review of Psycho III (1986) was written by Charles P on 30 Apr 2007.

Psycho III has generally received mixed reviews.

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