Not only are the later
Friday the 13th films distasteful, but they've become so repetitive that each sequel is duller than the last. FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VIII--JASON TAKES MANHATTAN has the most deceptive title and ad campaign of the entire series in that Jason doesn't even set foot in Manhattan until the last 15 minutes of what is yet another plodding entry in the stalk-and-slash genre. The plot, such as it is, sees Jason (Kane Hodder)--previously entombed at the bottom of Crystal Lake--brought back to life when the anchor from a pleasure boat severs an electrical cable and jolts his
inert body with a zillion volts. Naturally, Jason makes quick work of the b...
Released:
1989
Rated:
R
Length:
100 mins