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The Ape (2005)

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User Rating: 4.7/10 (264 votes)
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Overview

Director:
James Franco
Writers (WGA):
James Franco (written by) &
Merriwether Williams (written by)
Release Date:
7 March 2006 (USA) more
Genre:
Comedy | Drama
Tagline:
Harry Walker's life just got a little hairier.
Plot:
A young writer, nearing a mental breakdown caused by his family and boss, moves into an apartment occupied by a walking, talking, foul-mouthed ape in a Hawaiian shirt and Converse High Tops. full summary | add synopsis
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An Amazing Film more

Cast

 (Credited cast)

James Franco ... Harry Walker
Brian Lally ... The Ape

Allison Bibicoff ... Cathy
Stacey Miller ... Beth

Vince Jolivette ... Steve

Nori Jill Phillips ... Judy

Danny Molina ... Raoul
David Markey ... Flies With Eagles
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Sydney DeMarco ... Girl in office
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Additional Details

Runtime:
USA:90 min | USA:92 min
Country:
USA
Language:
English
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
1.85 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Dolby Digital
Certification:
USA:Not Rated
Filming Locations:
Los Angeles, California, USA
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27 out of 53 people found the following comment useful:-
An Amazing Film, 21 October 2005
10/10
Author: PLKing1986-1 from United States

I just recently saw The Ape in Austin, and I absolutely loved it. To any who might doubt James Franco's ability behind the camera, this film will completely change you perspective. It was expertly filmed. The use of music to create almost a dance with the camera takes was wonderfully done each time. Perhaps my favorite part of this movie, however, is the actual script. Written by Franco himself, as well as Merriwether Williams, the writer of Sponge Bob Squarepants, it was originally a play, but it transferred well to the screen. Labeled a comedy/drama, each scene, no matter the situation, seems realistic and understandable. It is difficult to create a film that can make you both laugh while feeling complete pity, but this one does it effortlessly. Naturally, Franco's portrayal of the down and confused Harry is nothing short of awesome. The ending was a bit predictable, but this takes little from the impressiveness of the film. I give it a 9.

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