Review of The Blob (1958) by Raven D — 16 Sep 2008

THE SONG ALONE IS TO MUCH BUT THE MOVIE TAKES THE CAKE.

This review of The Blob (1958) was written by Raven D on 16 Sep 2008.

The Blob has generally received mixed reviews.

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