Review of Sleepaway Camp (1983) by Martina P — 10 Sep 2007

Campy/funny as hell turns into downright disturbing in two seconds flat.

This review of Sleepaway Camp (1983) was written by Martina P on 10 Sep 2007.

Sleepaway Camp has generally received positive reviews.

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A slog through teenage nightmares that has the gall to assume anyone is interested in social commentary, especially when it is all formulated…

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By Matt K (1,446) on 12 Mar 2018

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That ending was just the best! What a great Halloween movie. My first time watching it tonight and I was not disappointed…

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By Tanner M (174) on 06 Mar 2017

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