Review of Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) by John B — 16 Jan 2008

This movie actually ruined my Christmas one year. Not quite your typical slasher in that its actually kind of disturbing.

This review of Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) was written by John B on 16 Jan 2008.

Silent Night, Deadly Night has generally received mixed reviews.

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