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Mighty Joe Young (1998)
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Release Date:
25 December 1998 (USA) moreTagline:
Survival is an instinct.Plot:
After Mighty Joe Young is brought to America for safety reasons, he escapes and rampages through Hollywood, spurred by tormentors out for revenge. full summary | full synopsisAwards:
Nominated for Oscar. Another 1 win & 2 nominations moreNewsDesk:
(19 articles)
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An underrated and heartwarming film more (78 total)Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Bill Paxton | ... | Professor Gregory "Gregg" O'Hara | |
| Charlize Theron | ... | Jill Young | |
| Rade Serbedzija | ... | Andrei Strasser | |
| Regina King | ... | Cecily Banks | |
| Peter Firth | ... | Garth | |
| Naveen Andrews | ... | Pindi | |
| David Paymer | ... | Harry Ruben | |
| Robert Wisdom | ... | Kweli | |
| Christian Clemenson | ... | Jack | |
| Geoffrey Blake | ... | Vern | |
| Lawrence Pressman | ... | Dr. Elliot Baker | |
| Linda Purl | ... | Dr. Ruth Young | |
| Mika Boorem | ... | Young Jill Young | |
| Cory Buck | ... | Jason | |
| Liz Georges | ... | Jason's Mother |
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Rated PG for some menacing action violence and mild language.Parents Guide:
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114 minCountry:
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1.85 : 1 moreCertification:
Iceland:L | South Korea:All | Peru:PT | Finland:K-10 | Argentina:Atp | Australia:PG | Chile:TE | France:U | Germany:12 (w) | Portugal:M/6 | Spain:T | Sweden:11 | UK:PG | USA:PG | Singapore:PGFun Stuff
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Cameo: [Ray Harryhausen]he did most of the stop-motion animated effects in the original movie in 1947. moreQuotes:
Elegant Woman at Party: She reminds me of somebody, but I can't think who it is.Gentleman at Party: You, when we first met.
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Windsong moreFAQ
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I've seen this film several times and have to say I thoroughly enjoyed it each time. The performances from from Charlize Theron and Bill Paxton are excellent and the Special Effects are tremendous. The film has a relatively straightforward plot, but also has some powerful emotional scenes as well. The film is well written and directed with it ensuring it appeals to children who will not be frightened by Joe. Moreover, this is not a horror film but rather a story of a misunderstood creature that wants to be at peace. Mighty Joe You is one of the better films out there suitable for both children and adults to enjoy and I highly recommended it.
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