The Spider Woman Strikes Back

Name: The Spider Woman Strikes Back
Director: Arthur Lubin
Genre: Horror, Thriller
Released: 1946-01-01
Duration: 59 min
Rating: 6.5
Cast: Gale Sondergaard, Brenda Joyce, Kirby Grant, Milburn Stone, Rondo Hatton

1946Dir. Arthur Lubin59m

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Runtime59m

Released1946

DirectorArthur Lubin

About This Movie

The Spider Woman Strikes Back is a curious blend of horror and thrills, directed by Arthur Lubin. The atmosphere is thick with suspense, enhanced by the eerie presence of the old woman and her unsettling habits. The pacing is methodical, allowing the tension to build as the young caretaker, blissfully unaware, falls deeper into this web of dread. The practical effects, while not groundbreaking, have a certain charm that lends authenticity to the bizarre premise. Performances are a mixed bag, but there's something captivating about the lead's descent into this strange, blood-draining routine. What stands out is how it juxtaposes the innocence of the protagonist with the sinister undertones of the old woman's desires and her plant's grotesque needs.

Spooky caretaker themeInteresting practical effectsGood for exploring horror motifs