Review of Sleepaway Camp (1983) by Trevor D — 26 Dec 2007

Worth watching mainly for the insane plot twist ending.

This review of Sleepaway Camp (1983) was written by Trevor D on 26 Dec 2007.

Sleepaway Camp has generally received positive reviews.

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