The most exciting original motion picture event of all time.

Starring: Jeff Bridges, Charles Grodin, Jessica Lange, John Randolph, Rene Auberjonois, Julius Harris, Jack O'Halloran, Ed Lauter, Dennis Fimple

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★☆☆☆ - good

"You know I had my horoscope done before I flew out to Hong Kong. And it said that I was going to cross over water and meet the biggest person in my life." - Dwan

Why watch this? I watched this about 50 times... it gave Kong a great new vibe.

Plot Summary: An oil company expedition, accompanied by a paleontologist and a rescued castaway, travels to a remote island shrouded in mystery. On the island, they discover a giant ape, worshiped by the natives as Kong, and subsequently capture him to exploit him back in New York City. The film then explores the consequences of humanity's interference with nature and the unexpected bond that forms between the giant ape and the rescued woman.

Dad's Preview: This big Dino De Laurentis production features an all-star cast, amazing musical score, and wonderful special effects (for its time). Most of this film's Kong is an actor in a very well-done gorilla suit. It succeeds in creating suspense, horror and that necessary ingredient: sympathy for the gigantic ape who falls in love with a human girl. Jessica Lange, in her first major motion picture, captivates as the eccentric Dwan. Hunky, bearded Jeff Bridges, as her human love interest, also puts forth a nice performance. You will, er, go ape over this rendition of the Kong story.

Dino De Laurentiis Corp.; Paramount Pictures