Review of The Hitcher (1986) by Scott Weinberg for eFilmCritic.com — 01 Jan 2000

OK, all together now: NEVER pick up hitchhikers!

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This review of The Hitcher (1986) was written by Scott Weinberg and published by eFilmCritic.com on 01 Jan 2000.

The Hitcher has generally received positive reviews.

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