The Real Story Behind the Iconic 'Friday the 13th' Whisper Sound Effect
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The Real Story Behind the Iconic 'Friday the 13th' Whisper Sound Effect

It might not be "ch-ch-ch, ah-ah-ah" after all.

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Ripley's Cartoon of the Day

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