Review of Arachnophobia (1990) by Ruben B — 14 Dec 2008

Creepy when I saw it as a kid for the first time.

And still is.

This review of Arachnophobia (1990) was written by Ruben B on 14 Dec 2008.

Arachnophobia has generally received positive reviews.

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