Review of The Cabin in the Woods (2012) by Cj S — 17 May 2014

My favorite horror comedy film of all time, being a love letter and a mockery deconstruction of the horror genre.

This review of The Cabin in the Woods (2012) was written by Cj S on 17 May 2014.

The Cabin in the Woods has generally received positive reviews.

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