Review of Tarantula (1955) by Allan C — 02 Feb 2013

This movie has given me nightmares most of my life!

But, on the other hand, Clint Eastwood never looked better...

This review of Tarantula (1955) was written by Allan C on 02 February 2013.

Tarantula has generally received mixed reviews.

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