
The Black Belly of the Tarantula
With needles dipped in deadly venom the victims are paralyzed - so they must lie awake and watch themselves die!
Directed by Paolo Cavara
Produced by P.A.C., Da Ma Produzione
A gruesome giallo thriller built on the horror of helpless victimhood, where paralyzed prey must witness their own mutilation while a detective hunts an elusive killer.
Inspector Tellini investigates serial crimes where victims are paralyzed while having their bellies ripped open with a sharp knife.
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Questions people ask
Is The Black Belly of the Tarantula scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 99% of films.
Is The Black Belly of the Tarantula violent? Yes, very. More violent than 98% of films.
Does The Black Belly of the Tarantula end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 96% of films.
Is The Black Belly of the Tarantula easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.
Is The Black Belly of the Tarantula sad? Not especially. Less sad than 59% of films.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































