16 March 1908 Fantasy, Drama 8 mins
The goddess Minerva is jealous of the young Arachne who is more clever it in weaving. Out of spite, Arachne Minerva rushed into hell, then transforms into a spider that will forever spinning its web.
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Louis Feuillade Director
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France 16 March 1908
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