Review of The Hitcher (1986) by Andy R — 01 Nov 2007

Definatly a classic horror from the 80's I was shocked then and it still shocks me now. Rutger and C. Thomas Howell...totally amazing. WATCH THIS MOVIE !

This review of The Hitcher (1986) was written by Andy R on 01 Nov 2007.

The Hitcher has generally received positive reviews.

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