Review of Along Came a Spider (1970) by Carl G — 28 Apr 2012

Love Freeman. Love Alex Cross. Hey MORGAN. Can I HAVE THAT role? I need a franchise. Wonderful performances all around, particularly from one of my favorite baddies, MICHAEL WINCOTT....

This review of Along Came a Spider (1970) was written by Carl G on 28 Apr 2012.

Along Came a Spider has generally received mixed reviews.

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