Raised by VHS — Arachnophobia (1990)
Welcome to Raised by VHS – proudly paying late fees since the 80s. Let’s pop this tape, adjust the tracking and dim the lights – we got a staff-recommended pick for you tonight!
Today’s film is a Cam pick: Arachnophobia.
📄 Episode Description
Spiders, suburbia, and Spielberg-era dread. Frank Marshall’s Arachnophobia mixes horror, comedy, and small-town vibes. We revisit the Venezuela prologue, Jeff Daniels’ fight against his fears, John Goodman’s exterminator swagger, and that unforgettable basement showdown. Plus: our own spider nightmares, a VHS Conspiracy Hotline spin, and a new Top 5 list.
🧱 Episode Breakdown
📼 Film info and box office context
🕷️ Story basics: killer spider invasion meets a doctor with arachnophobia
🧠 Memory Lane: VHS viewing, creepy crawlspace stories, childhood fears
🏡 Highlights: Venezuela opener, small-town tension, Delbert stealing scenes, bathroom spider rain, gooey basement finale
🎬 Behind the Scenes: real spiders, “Spider Olympics,” Big Bob the tarantula, early work from Jamie Hyneman
⭐ Favorites: best character, cozy vibe, standout performances
🎯 Top 5 Segment: Comedy-horror movies
☎️ VHS Conspiracy Hotline: was the infestation supernatural?
💵 Late Fee Ratings: Cam $70 | Coby $69 | Avg $69.50 → Good Shelf
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