Review of Pumpkinhead (1988) by Missa S — 20 Jan 2006

I actually thought this movie would be a bogey, but by the end, it proved to be not bad.

This review of Pumpkinhead (1988) was written by Missa S on 20 Jan 2006.

Pumpkinhead has generally received positive reviews.

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