Review of The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957) by Martin B — 07 Oct 2008

Horror in a basement in beautiful black & white.

But there is cake.

And hope.

This review of The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957) was written by Martin B on 07 Oct 2008.

The Incredible Shrinking Man has generally received very positive reviews.

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