Review of Arachnophobia (1990) by Shane S — 10 Nov 2015

A perfect horror/comedy. John Goodman steals the show as the exterminator. Full of good scares and good laughs.

This review of Arachnophobia (1990) was written by Shane S on 10 Nov 2015.

Arachnophobia has generally received positive reviews.

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