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Tarantula (1955)

1955 • 1h 20m • Horror, Science Fiction • Approved
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John Chard on Tarantula

8/10 · Sep 6, 2014

The question of whether humanity can avoid being consumed by this terrifying threat hangs over the film. Professor Gerald Deemer was developing a nutrient intended to address an anticipated food crisis; however, his creation caused rapid growth in lab animals. The experiment soon spiraled out of control, and during a confrontation at the laboratory, a fire erupted. A tarantula, already dramatically oversized, escaped and began preying on every living thing it encountered. Tarantula holds a special place for me within its category, so I’m not going to apologize for my enthusiasm! The movie begins with a man exhibiting unusual facial features as he runs through the desert before falling; from that point forward, we witness a narrative centered around acromegaly and a colossal tarantula devouring anything in its way. It's undeniably low-budget science fiction horror. What I appreciate about Tarantula is how it builds suspense by showing only brief appearances of the spider, creating an atmosphere of impending doom. The use of a real spider superimposed onto scenes, combined with cleverly crafted miniature sets, enhances the unsettling and enjoyable experience. With direction from Jack Arnold and performances from actors like John Agar and Leo G Carroll, Tarantula delivers 80 minutes of pure genre thrills. It earns a rating of 8/10.

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