Review of Revenge of the Creature (1955) by Luciano S — 16 Apr 2011

One of the earliest examples of a nightmare sequel.

This review of Revenge of the Creature (1955) was written by Luciano S on 16 Apr 2011.

Revenge of the Creature has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Robert L (1,060) on 27 May 2009

Dopey followup to Jack Arnold's 1954 3-D classic proves that post-Spielberg/Lucas Hollywood didn't invent the slap-dash sequel…

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By Marcus W (1,161) on 07 Jul 2015

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By Private U (13,627) on 06 Aug 2008

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By Paul Chambers (522) for Movie Chambers (386) on 25 Oct 2014

If I ever watch this film again, I will time the sequences showing the creature swim underwater. Swim, swim, swim, swim, swim…

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By Benjamin S (705) on 19 Oct 2008

Thank god they put that monster where he belongs! In a horribly designed exhibit in Sea World…

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By Jason P (1,193) on 22 Feb 2009

Yet another decent and enjoyable sequel to the Creature from the Black Lagoon…

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By Mark W (2,041) on 09 May 2011

I couldn't decide if I liked this or the first better if I'm honest, the fact that he was on city turf made it more of an interesting idea,…

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By Francis T (105) on 30 May 2009

Not as great as the first film. Actually, felt a little lost in this flick. For some odd reason, mae me think of Friday the 13th part VIII…

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By Corey B (870) on 06 Oct 2009

Fun sequel doesn't have the atmosphere of the original film, but does play up the Beauty and the Beast concept…

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By Stefán Birgir S (309) on 20 Apr 2010

Not as good as the first one Just going to the well for a bit more money…

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