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Movie poster: The Island of the Dinosaurs (1967)
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The Island of the Dinosaurs

1967 · 87 min Fantasy Science Fiction Adventure
6.2 / 10 · TMDB

A group of scientists in search of lost Atlantis are plane wrecked on an uncharted island full of stock footage monsters fresh from One Million BC. Occasionally we get an original papier mache monster peaking out from behind an alcove, but for the most part this is typical Mexican filmmaking for the period. With Armond Silvestre and Alma Delia Fuentes.

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Original Title La isla de los dinosaurios
Year 1967
Country Mexico
Genre Fantasy, Science Fiction, Adventure
Director Rafael Portillo
Runtime 87 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.2/10 (16 votes)

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The film constructs its perilous island almost entirely from repurposed monster footage, creating a disjointed yet oddly charming prehistoric menagerie. It occasionally explores original ideas with its handmade creatures, which stand out precisely because of their humble, tangible craftsmanship.

Those who tire of polished CGI will find a raw, earnest adventure here. What lingers after the stock footage dinosaurs fade is the genuine, low-budget spirit of a bygone cinematic era. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Rafael Portillo

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Best enjoyed with a group, embracing its vintage charm and earnest, low-budget adventure spirit.

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