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Movie poster: A*P*E (1976)
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1976 · 87 min Adventure Horror Science Fiction
3.6 / 10 · TMDB

A newly discovered 36-foot gorilla escapes from a freighter off the coast of Korea. At the same time an American actress is filming a movie in the country. Chaos ensues as the ape kidnaps her and rampages through Seoul.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Ape
Year 1976
Country South Korea, United States of America
Genre Adventure, Horror, Science Fiction
Director Paul Leder
Runtime 87 min.
Rating TMDB: 3.6/10 (39 votes)

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The film constructs its narrative on the classic 'King Kong' blueprint, relocating it to a Korean Cold War setting. It relies heavily on practical effects and large-scale city destruction scenes to drive its chaotic plot.

Those who tire of CGI overload may find charm in the film's earnest, low-budget rampage and its sheer chaotic energy. What lingers after the credits is the spectacle of pure, unadulterated B-movie ambition. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Paul Leder

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