The Ape (2005)

Director:

James Franco

Writers (WGA):

James Franco (written by) &
Merriwether Williams (written by)

Release Date:

7 March 2006 (USA)

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.

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
rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Sydney DeMarco	...	Girl in office

Runtime:

USA:90 min | USA:92 min

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Certification:

USA:Not Rated

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Company:

RabbitBandini Productions

An Amazing Film

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.