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Review of The Cabin in the Woods (2012) by E L — 13 Aug 2014

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Meant to satirize the torture porn genre, this entry does just that, and looks badass doing it.

This review of The Cabin in the Woods (2012) was written by E L on 13 Aug 2014.

The Cabin in the Woods has generally received positive reviews.

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