The score for ALONG CAME A SPIDER is one of Jerry Goldsmith's better compositions. In fact, the score for this film is truly a demonstration of his musical genius. ALONG CAME A SPIDER is a good film up to a point, but it becomes disturbingly mundane and predictable near its conclusion. It is Goldsmith's score that keeps this film afloat and gives it much needed energy, drive and suspense. That being said, I did find this CD a bit disappointing because it omitted a great portion of the score from this recording. You truly have to watch the film to appreciate Goldsmith's work here. The complete score is very dynamic and impressive. On deeper retrospect, I would say it is one of his best scores. However, this CD will have to suffice in the mean time.