Review of Bigger Than Life (1956) by David S — 20 Feb 2009

James Mason is frightening. Where has this movie been hiding all my life?

This review of Bigger Than Life (1956) was written by David S on 20 Feb 2009.

Bigger Than Life has generally received very positive reviews.

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