Review of The Poughkeepsie Tapes (2007) by Royce L — 01 Jan 2009

Freaky... kind of Blair Witch-Cloverfield style. But some of the footage strikes a nerve.

This review of The Poughkeepsie Tapes (2007) was written by Royce L on 01 Jan 2009.

The Poughkeepsie Tapes has generally received positive reviews.

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