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Terror on Tape(1985)
Status: Released
Date: 1985-01-01
45%
4 Votes
Time: 1h 25m
A video nightmare you can't erase!
Overview:
A video store clerk showcases clips from Z-grade horror movies to curious customers.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United States of America
ProductionCompanies:
continental video
Comet Video
Movie: Terror on Tape
Top 5 Billed Cast
Cameron Mitchell
Video Store Clerk
Michelle Bauer
Third Customer
Lenka Novak
Suzy ("Vampire Hookers") (uncredited)
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Overview
A video store clerk showcases clips from Z-grade horror movies to curious customers.
Release Date
1985-01-01
Average
4.5
Rating:
2.3 startsTagline
A video nightmare you can't erase!
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