Poltergeist (1982) ***1/2 [Spielberg-Scribed Double Feature Pt. 1]

I didn't grow up with Poltergeist (1982). I only saw it for the first time in my twenties. I think if I had seen it in the '80s, I'd have more of an affinity for it. I find the film a bit long and clunky at times, and the characters a bit underdeveloped, but it's still very effective. Regarding the debate over who directed the film, I think the stamp of both Tobe Hooper and Steven Spielberg are all over it and just leave it at that. A fun ride.

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