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Movie Description
One of the top money-makers of the 1970s. Producer Dino Delaurentis up-dates the 1933 classic. Jessica Lange's first starring role. Academy Award Nominations: 2, including Best Cinematography, Best Sound. Academy Award: Best Special Effects.
Synopsis
Remake of the 1933 classic about a Giant Ape from a lost world who falls in love with a beautiful actress sacrificed to him by the native tribespeople on the island he inhabits.
Film Notes
Screen debut for former model Jessica Lange.
Shot in Metrocolor.
Budget for the film was over $22 million.
Additional cast: Dennis Fimple (Sunfish), Jorge Moreno (Garcia), Mario Gallo (Timmons), Keny Long (Ape Masked Man in Dance), Rick Baker (Kong Closeups).
Additional credits: Arny Lipin and Fern Weber (costumes/wardrobe).
Industry Reviews
"...Charles Grodin is excellent comic value as the rapacious oil tycoon who bring King Kong to New York..."
Sight and Sound - Geoffrey Macnab (09/01/2000)
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