Review of Arachnophobia (1990) by Markus K — 16 May 2009

I saw this movie when I was 6 and it gave me nightmares. Even though it's a comedy.

This review of Arachnophobia (1990) was written by Markus K on 16 May 2009.

Arachnophobia has generally received positive reviews.

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