She Treads Softly: Giant Gila Monster

Saturday, July 26, 2008

Giant Gila Monster

For some unknown and inexplicable reason, I love this movie.
I enjoyed watching it again Friday night.

Although this is another great selection.

I know how to have fun on Friday nights.

1 comment:

Jane said...: LOL
These movies remind me of a short skit that is on one of the kiddie shows...
It's called
Super Martian Robot Girl

and it has a really annoying song that goes with it!
I catch myself singing it....

(I'm REALLY behind on my blog reading!); July 30, 2008 at 9:25 AM

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