Eight Legged Freaks [Region 2] |  | Director: Ellory Elkayem
Actors: David Arquette, Kari Wuhrer, Scott Terra, Scarlett Johansson, Doug E. Doug
Category: DVD
Buy New: $56.78
Rating:  115 reviews
Format: Pal
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 2
Discs: 3
Running Time: 99 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 5.7 x 2
EAN: 7321900277747
ASIN: B0000AGVNA
Theatrical Release Date: July 17, 2002
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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In the grand tradition of atomic-age monster movies, Eight Legged Freaks delivers everything you'd want from a giant-spider thriller. The plot's hardly original, but familiarity is half the fun, beginning when toxic waste results in a stampede of gigantic, ravenous arachnids in the depressed mining town of Liberty, Arizona. David Arquette is Liberty's prodigal son, returning to save the town from greedy developers, and to reunite with the lovely local sheriff (Kari Wuhrer), whom he never stopped loving. Before long they're saving the town from a teeming horde of jumbo-size "jumpers," "orb-weavers," tarantulas, and other eight-legged beasties, brought to life by digital effects that are consistently fantastic. Though not quite as witty as the similarly exciting Tremors, this "arach-attack" offers a deft balance of creepy shocks, sight gags, and tongue-in-cheek satire. Cleverly expanding his New Zealand short "Larger Than Life," first-time director Ellory Elkayem gives genre fans and arachnophobes a giddy nightmare they won't soon forget. --Jeff Shannon
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 I'm glad that I'm not afraid of spiders, because this movie is GREAT! April 27, 2009
Robert C. Holly (Laguna Hills, CA USA)
When I first saw this movie on DVD, I couldn't believe that it did poorly at the box office. That's because, in my opinion, it's a lot better than "Arachnophobia"! I like the cast members, especially David Arquette, Kari Wuhrer, Doug E. Doug & Scott Terra. I also like the city's name in which the movie is based: Prosperity. What's also neat is that various types of spiders, although most of 'em are CGI, which is also done perfectly, are used: Trapdoor spiders, jumping spiders, a tarantula, etc. Also, everybody in the crew that worked on this film, from producers and directors to composers and screenwriters, did a fantastic job. Regarding the spiders, I love the high-pitched noises that they make when they get hit or killed. There's also lots of funny scenes like when the jumping spiders go after the motocross racers. I also like the many bonus features, from the short film, "Larger Than Life", to the "Creepy, Crawly Giants" essay. The last thing that I love about the movie is it's title "Eight Legged Freaks", great name! So, I recommend this movie to anyone that isn't afraid of, and loves, spiders, or loves action-filled sci-fi/comedy movies because, believe me, it is TERRIFIC!
Eight Legged Freaks Review April 10, 2009
M. Lea Wiggins (Nebraska)
Eight Legged Freaks
A very funny dark-humored movie. I had this once and when I couldn't find where it went,(it did have 8 legs you know), I had to purchase it once again.
I would say not for young children, or adults who have a problem with arachnids. Although, as I said, I find it very funny.
Have you squashed your spider today? February 20, 2009
Eric S. Kim (Southern California)
This is a hugely entertaining action-comedy that has lots and LOTS of arachnids, CGI, silly combats, and memorable characters. The only problems I had with this movie were that some of the puns and one-liners failed to impress, and that the nerdy kid was terribly annoying. But aside from those two, I had one hell of a good time with this film. It's not "Casablanca" or "The French Connection", but it's certainly good entertainment!
Grade: B+
I'm Shocked This Turned Out So Entertaining! February 8, 2009
Craig Connell (Lockport, NY USA)
The only way I gave this a look was that someone loaned it to me for free. I now own it, and have watched it three times. At first, this looked like it would be a stupid movie, and it some scenes it certainly was, but it was so entertaining that I know I will continue to watch this a number of times.
What it is, is a 1950s-type sci-fi flick with modern-day special effects. In fact, if you liked "Them!" you'll get a big kick of out of this film. The difference is the much- better special-effects but some low-grade attitudes and some profanity. The characters are dumb but they were dumb in the '50s, too.
The story starts off a bit slow but once the overgrown spiders emerge, the film goes full bore and gets extremely entertaining. It's almost too much action. One needs a break! By the end, you're worn out and glad it's over. Nonetheless, it's a real fun ride with some genuinely scary parts and some whacked-out humor, too.
Since "entertainment" is the name of the game, this gets five stars even though it's not "high-class" material.
By the way, check out the black-and-white small feature that inspired this movie. It's unbelievble!
Eight Legged Freaks December 23, 2008
Sergio A. Garcia
It was great!
The movie is awesome and the disk was brand new...
and fast delivery!
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