Review of Tarantula (1955) by Citizen P — 24 Nov 2011

Timeless chiller with great effects... makes you wonder what happened to the guinea pig.

This review of Tarantula (1955) was written by Citizen P on 24 Nov 2011.

Tarantula has generally received mixed reviews.

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