Guillermo del Toro watching this movie as a kid: "This better not awaken anything in me"
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Directed by Jack Arnold
Creature from the Black Lagoon
A bleak adventure.
Adventure
Horror
Science Fiction
1954
1h 19m
When scientists exploring the Amazon River stumble on a “missing link” connecting humans and fish, they plan to capture it for later study. But the Creature has plans of his own, and has set his sights on the lead scientist's beautiful fiancée, Kay.
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6What people say
They came into his home ... they poisoned his water ... they shot him with harpoons ... but they couldn't conquer his love. Until eventually they were able to conquer his love as well.
love watching him swim around! julie adams bringing like 60 outfits on this trip, hell yeah
Common questions
What is Creature from the Black Lagoon about?+
Scientists exploring the Amazon discover a prehistoric amphibious creature and attempt to capture it for study, resulting in a dangerous series of encounters.
Who directed Creature from the Black Lagoon?+
The film was directed by Jack Arnold, an American filmmaker who played a key role in the development of 1950s science fiction cinema.
Has Creature from the Black Lagoon won any awards?+
While the film did not receive major awards at the time, it is highly regarded for its influence on the monster genre and its technical achievements in underwater cinematography.
