Review of The Amityville Horror (2005) by Dena S — 19 Aug 2009

Not what I expected but it was very good. =).

This review of The Amityville Horror (2005) was written by Dena S on 19 Aug 2009.

The Amityville Horror has generally received mixed reviews.

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