Review of The Cabin in the Woods (2012) by Barry H — 08 Oct 2014

Feels discarded overextended Buffy episode and that does'nt warant a full movie.

This review of The Cabin in the Woods (2012) was written by Barry H on 08 Oct 2014.

The Cabin in the Woods has generally received positive reviews.

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