Review of Bigger Than Life (1956) by Chris . — 23 Dec 2008

James Mason does his best with a pretty boring and weak story about a guy who goes crazy due to some drug that is saving his life.

This review of Bigger Than Life (1956) was written by Chris . on 23 Dec 2008.

Bigger Than Life has generally received very positive reviews.

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