Review of Bigger Than Life (1956) by Dustin G — 18 Jun 2011

A fierce satire. Beautiful technicolor cinematography.

This review of Bigger Than Life (1956) was written by Dustin G on 18 Jun 2011.

Bigger Than Life has generally received very positive reviews.

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