Review of Tarantula (1955) by Bob W — 01 Aug 2009

Another 50's giant creature flick that plods along as slowly as the creature. Hey, that was Clint Eastwood in that jet fighter napalming for the inevitable BBQ!

This review of Tarantula (1955) was written by Bob W on 01 Aug 2009.

Tarantula has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Peter H (1,359) on 30 Jan 2010

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By Jason R (1,823) on 10 May 2009

Hahahahahaha, Growing things to be bigger? what could be more safe than a tarantula? It was probly great for it's time…

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Really? A 92% on the Tomatometer…

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