Review of The People Under the Stairs (1991) by Kevin H — 05 Apr 2009

Pretty scary...until u discover who the people are....

This review of The People Under the Stairs (1991) was written by Kevin H on 05 Apr 2009.

The People Under the Stairs has generally received positive reviews.

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