Review of Sinister (2012) by Raymond T — 28 Jul 2013

I do horror films because they end the same, but this one had a rare and great ending.

This review of Sinister (2012) was written by Raymond T on 28 Jul 2013.

Sinister has generally received positive reviews.

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