Review of The Blob (1958) by Bethie W — 16 Mar 2007

Run don't walk from the ...BLOB. seriously, it is the type of movie I enjoy...cheesey.

This review of The Blob (1958) was written by Bethie W on 16 Mar 2007.

The Blob has generally received mixed reviews.

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