Review of Pumpkinhead (1988) by Ryan S — 28 Oct 2015

One of the all-time great horror classics. Folk tales, morality, religion, and backwoods hoodoo. How can you not love this film?

This review of Pumpkinhead (1988) was written by Ryan S on 28 Oct 2015.

Pumpkinhead has generally received positive reviews.

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