Review of The Amityville Horror (2005) by Matthew A — 05 Nov 2009

Some frightening moments but overall quite the bore-fest. if I heard the phrase "jodie told me to do it" one more time I probably would of broke the dvd.

This review of The Amityville Horror (2005) was written by Matthew A on 05 Nov 2009.

The Amityville Horror has generally received mixed reviews.

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