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Poltergeist

1982·114 min

Poltergeist

Directed by Tobe Hooper

Horror

The Freelings' suburban home becomes the center of paranormal activity that opens a portal to the 'other side'. With help, they must cross over to get their daughter back.

Cast

JoBeth Williams

Diane Freeling

Craig T. Nelson

Steve Freeling

Beatrice Straight

Dr. Lesh

Dominique Dunne

Dana Freeling

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Steven Spielberg

Screenplay

Matthew F. Leonetti

Director of Photography

Jerry Goldsmith

Original Music Composer

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Steven Spielberg

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Poltergeist (1982) is about the Freelings' suburban home becomes the center of paranormal activity that opens a portal to the 'other side'. With help, they must cross over to get their daughter back.

Who directed Poltergeist?

Tobe Hooper directed Poltergeist (1982).

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