Johnny Has the Keys

Ep. 06-33: King Kong (1933 & 2005)

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KING KONG (1933)—a daring filmmaker and crew discover Skull Island, home to the colossal ape Kong. Capturing the beast for exhibition in New York, Kong escapes, creating chaos and tragic allure. A pioneering classic, the film combines groundbreaking effects with an unforgettable tale of beauty and the beast.

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KING KONG (2005)—Director Peter Jackson pays homage to the original masterpiece with his visually stunning and emotionally resonant King Kong (2005). The plot is the same as the original, but this modern epic expands on the story, delving deeper into the relationship between Kong and Ann Darrow. 

Welcome to our sixth and final double-feature this season, where we embark on a colossal journey with the iconic King Kong! A cinematic marvel from the Golden Age of Hollywood, King Kong (1933) brings the colossal creature to life in breathtaking stop-motion animation. Jackson’s King Kong (2005) reimagines the classic tale for a new era, paying homage to the original masterpiece with this visually stunning and emotionally resonant film. Join us as we explore the timeless tale of the giant ape in both the classic and its modern counterpart. Listen as Johnny Has the Keys scales the jungles of Skull Island, a labyrinth filled with many monsters but only one king. 

SHOW LINKS:

  • King Kong (1933)
  • Original trailer
  • King Kong (2005)
  • Original trailer
  • The Most Dangerous Game (1932)
  • The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)
  • King Kong (1976)
  • The Food of the Gods (1976)
  • Son of Kong (1933)
  • Mighty Joe Young (1949)
  • Ray Harryhausen
  • The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (1953)
  • 20 Million Miles to Earth (1957)
  • King Kong vs Godzilla (1963)
  •  Douglas Burden
  • The Lost World (1925)
  • Frozen (2013)
  • The Terminator (1984)
  • The Abyss (1989)
  • Mysterious Island (1961)
  • The Land that Time Forgot (1974)
  • Long Live the King (2016)
  • The Loch Ness Monster 
  • Frankenstein (1931)
  • Bride of Frankenstein (1935)
  • The Stuntman (1980)
  • History of Universal Studios theme park Kong attractions
  • Skull Island (2017)
  • Godzilla vs. Kong (2021)
  • 1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die list 

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