Unbelievable! VFX Artist Loses it Over Mind-Blowing CGI Spiders in Classic 2000s Cult Horror Comedy

One VFX artist becomes terrified while examining the CGI spiders in the film Eight Legged Freaks. This horror comedy was released in 2002 and revolves around the residents of Prosperity, Arizona, who discover that various spiders have been exposed to toxic chemicals, resulting in their enormous size. Despite receiving a mixed reception initially, the movie has gained a dedicated fanbase throughout the years. Notably, it features well-known actors such as Scarlett Johansson and David Arquette.

In a recent video by Corridor Crew, VFX artists analyze scenes from Eight Legged Freaks and share their thoughts on the CGI effects employed. During a bike chase sequence, they playfully criticize the animation but do acknowledge that some shots were skillfully done. However, Wren, one of the VFX artists, displays visible discomfort during a particular scene in the mall where the spiders emerge from a hole in the exterior and attack a gate. To witness their reactions, watch the video below starting from the 8:51-minute mark.

Do Eight Legged Freaks' Spiders Hold Up?

The Corridor Crew's discussion revealed that the CGI used for creating spiders in Eight Legged Freaks was sometimes noticeable, with certain moments being more effective than others. However, depending on the audience, the movie still has the potential to induce fear. One particularly memorable scene in the film involved Chris (played by Arquette) and Gladys (played by Eileen Ryan) being chased by Consuela, a large orb-weaver spider, while other spiders began to emerge as they tried to escape.

The spiders in Eight Legged Freaks can be frightening simply because of their size. While giant arachnids have been portrayed on-screen before, the 2002 film presents a unique variation. Other noteworthy scenes in the movie include when Mike (played by Scott Terra) first encountered one of these creatures and when a jumping spider landed on Deputy Peterson's (played by Rick Overton) car. Additionally, Eight Legged Freaks features a tarantula that attacks several characters and causes their trailer to flip over.

Audiences have shown a favorable response to the humor and incorporation of spiders in Eight Legged Freaks since its release. It is intriguing to observe the VFX artists' reactions to the movie's CGI, which can still be unsettling despite some outdated elements. Considering the film's concept, it raises the question of whether a reboot will be produced, and how much more terrifying and lifelike the creatures could potentially appear in that iteration.