KING KONG (1933) Review | Hail to The King, Baby!
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- Опубликовано: 30 мар 2024
- Doc reviews the original #KingKong from 1933, featuring the first giant monster star, a mighty ape taken from the jungle of Skull Island to the jungle New York and Doc breaks down why the film is still an important and influential classic all these years later!
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“I wanna believe that really fuckin cool things exist.”
Same, bud. Same.
I remember my Grandfather telling me about seeing King Kong when it came out in theaters and being terrified walking back home in the dark when it was over. He always said it was the scariest movie he ever saw. Great vid Doc!
Don't care!
@@nolanchoI do, I care
The first movie I think of when someone says "Timeless" King Kong will live on forever as pure cinema
Someone needs to find the lost ending:
Police Lieutenant: Well, Denham, the airlplanes got him.
Denham: Oh no, it wasn't the airplanes. It was beauty killed the beast.
Police Lieutenant: By the way, you're under arrest for recklessly causing the deaths of everyone who Kong killed tonight. Take him away, boys.
**Curtain**
It would've spared us "Son of Kong" at least.
does this mean dr wolfula’s reviewing of Godzilla (1954) is no longer just a hope for me?
Yea let's encourage him 😊
Probably, remember the doc has a theme for these movie reviews and it happens the original kong falls under the universal monster category. Plus Godzilla IS owned by toho and if you don't know why that's necessarily a problem then look it up
@@leapardbone i’m aware- toho is VERY vicious with copyright lmfaooo. huge goji fan so i have seen many videos die by the hands of their legal team
Good news is that the Godzilla vid is up and it is an excellent retrospective
When Kong got hit with the gas grenade all I could hear in my head was Monty Burns singing 🎵I was walking through the gas one dayyy🎵
How can you not 😂
Almost a century on I'm absolutely amazed by how much personality Kong has and how 'alive' he feels - even in the moments where its SUPER obvious he's a stopmotion puppet, I keep thinking of him as another actor playing a character in the film alongside the human cast, not just "oh that's a really neat creature effect". I have no idea how those animators managed it!
I was four years old when I first saw King Kong on Turner Classic Movies. My dad was flipping channels and just so happened to land on the scene with Kong and the T-Rex. He changed the channel shortly after since he didn't think it was good for me to see that kind of violence at that age, but he unknowingly unlocked my long-lasting love for the ape himself, as well as for the art of filmmaking itself. I owe a lot more to this movie than I often realize.
I remember seeing this on the big screen, March 15, 2020.
The closed stores everywhere and empty parking lots were eerie. I walked out thinking about the irony of going to see a giant monster while the real monster loose on the world was microscopic.
Man, that was deep! Nice thoughts and great comment sir!
I've seen "King Kong" so many times in my life that I can recite the dialogue with the cast, but it remains every bit as thrilling as it was the first time. Kong still lives. Another great review, Doc. No one can resist the Wolfula-osity!
Don't care! 😊
I was told metaphorically that this King Kong was a representation of Jack Johnson.
Well, I guess in terms of sheer destructive power, appetite for white women, and unfortunate demonization/destruction at the hands of an uncaring and racist society, this fits.
Hmmmmm
Would not surprise me.
KK delivered the goods, though.
Don't care what you think! 😊
@@nolancho cared enough to leave a comment😄
"These tickets cost me 20 bucks!"
Rings true today.
For Sure! - "Godzilla X Kong" would have cost me $15 bucks EACH for my Wife and I, if I hadn't claimed the "Senior Discount". Even so, almost 30 bucks for "earth shattering" SFX instead of the original "Groundbreaking" SFX. - But I still love the Big Ape.
I love King Kong. The stop motion animation and camera tricks are great. The fight between Kong and thr T-Rex and the stomp through New York City are the highlights.
23:11 In the game based on Peter Jackson's 2005 King Kong remake you can use the jaw snap as a kill move on the dinosaurs.
King Kong always have been my favourite monster movie.
Happy Easter everyone
Happy Easter to you too! Thank you
Same to you
Happy Resurrection Day.
Happy Easter
8:13 Originally Carl Denham says
"Of course. We wouldn't think of going without the bait..er that is the...baiting beauty..er....the bathing beauty! Yes I covered that up pretty well."
Simpsons fans will get that joke.
I got the joke. right away. I didn't need to see the last part you wrote.
I love this movie so much! This was my introduction to stop motion animation, and I love how amazingly well it holds up nearly 100 years later! That's a true testament to the quality of this film!
The film that inspired the creature boom of the 1950s and 60s.
One of my favorite movie monster masterpieces.
King Kong n'est pas un monstre mais un grand primate qui s éprend d'une jolie blonde . Et si il avait existé les hommes auraient voulut le ramener dans leurs mondes comme dans l histoire. Pauvre grand primate king Kong. King Kong est un chef d'oeuvre absolut de l histoire du cinéma d aventure fantastique le plus grand chef d oeuvre absolut. Demandé au génie Peter Jackson fou de l originale même si il nous a fait lui un vrai beau remake. Merci monsieur Peter Jackson.
@@marcdelente2456 Agreed, the original was masterpiece and Peter Jackson's remake was a fitting tribute to the first King.
I have NEVER had any interest in King Kong or Godzilla or any of the other giant monster movies. The very thought has always been far too silly and unrealistic for my tastes. But the Doc has me RIVETED to the background and facts of King Kongs production. Love you Doc!
You don't deserve to watch it then 😊
Boy you think you’ve had a bad day, just think about trying to get some sleep after a long day, only to have a giant gorilla grab you out out of your room and Chuck you too your death… just ruins the rest of your week lol
Faye Wray was the first choice to play Old Rose in Titanic, it would have been her big return to film but she said No.
That would’ve been interesting, but Gloria Stuart did a good job. Too bad Fay never got to film her cameo for the ‘05 film since she passed away before she could
Fay Wray is fantastic as Anne.😀👍
Queen !! 👏
Thank you. I was 5 when I saw this on Saturday afternoon tv. I was hooked! I fell in love with all things giant monster! Godzilla, Kong etc. My parents thought I was a weirdo cause I'm a girl. I still love all horror today, and you too Doc! You rock!
91 years old, this movie is an antique, but still a great watch.
In the Jackson swamp. Worm scene was epic
Happy Easter Doc!
Hopefully Dr Wolfula will also review Peter Jackson's version, and the game too!
In my Top 5 Favorite Films Forever. First saw the whole thing on late night tv, in 1977, I felt a calling to sneak downstairs (I was 11 or 12) and watch it on a little black and white portable tv. I remember thinking I should go down to the basement and watch it on the 25" tv but I probably wouldve woken up 2 of my brothers who slept down there. It was a school night. I honestly dont remember if i knew it was on tv that night or not. Sneaking out of my room to watch tv or do anything was completely alien to me.
I got to see this on a big screen in 2010 at our local independent theater. Amazing!
And I've known some screamers in my time but making a T-Rex rub it's ear in pain from the volume is superhuman. Well done Ms. Wray.
Such a classic movie, I've enjoyed it since I was a kid, seeing it played very often on basic cable during the 80s and 90s. For sure the most unbelievable part was a pretty woman being attracted to a tall guy that treated her mean... you never see that in real life.
Will never get tired of this masterpiece. Its influence cannot be overstated. Fantastic review on the King Doc! You did the old boy justice, the passion 💪
"When I'm not carrying a blonde up the Empire State Building and then giving up halfway, becauae it's way too many stairs..."
This might be the Doc's best intro so far
Back in 1933 people we're broke but went to see King Kong anyway, 2024 people are broke but went to see King Kong anyway....Hold on, I'm sensing a pattern
Citizen Kane gets shoved down everyone’s throats as the most important film ever. While it did establish a bunch of new techniques, King Kong came out in 1933 when sound films were in their infancy, the stop motion was masterful, the techniques of shooting actors into screens in the backdrop, the sound design. Why can’t THIS be the most influential film of all time? Nothing of its time comes remotely close to it and nothing came close to it for years following.
I actually saw the original King Kong puppet alongside mighty Joe Young at the Ray Harryhausen exhibit in Edinburgh a few years ago, so tiny in real life.
Heya Doc! I just wanted to stop by and say I LOVE that you covered the original King Kong! Absolutely one of my favorite movies too and I'm really excited at the possibility of more kaiju flicks on the channel. I know you mentioned Godzilla but I hope you'll also consider The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms!
The creativity and imagination was amazing. Unmatched
Neatest classic Kong analysis! Learned a lot of new stuff.
Crazy how we've gone from King Kong getting taken out by Biplanes to literally swatting Vietnam War helicopters out of the sky like flies. Funny, as in the 1970s King Kong film, Vietnam War helicopters take out that version of King Kong.
Happy Easter, much love
One of the best films ever made. It's age only makes it even more impressive!
There it is , i was thinking at what possible point could the good doctor say his excellent catchphrase.." Savage as Fuck " in a film this old ,and there it was 😅 did not let me down 😂...Great review kind Dr as always ..
the first time I ever seen King Kong was at my grandparents house in the early 80's as a child & I instantly fell in love!
Dr. Wolfula entering his kaiju review phase, Boo-ya!
Thanks for the insightful, detailed review of this classic, Doc. I'd never heard about most of the behind-the-scenes details. It truly was a work of art and I can see why it's stayed so memorable over 90 years later.
You know a movie has become legendary when a 2 legged lizard that appears for only like seconds becomes the main villain of a Kong movie in the 21st century
Did you forget about the original king kong vs godzilla in the 60s?
"So, you know, the Skull Islanders engage in some human trafficking, but who doesn't?"
I feel called out.
Thank you for another wonderful video.
Look Out! It's APE-RIL!
good 1 😂...butt it's not yet Ape-ril, it past...😂
HA!! Ii like it!
“Ooh! It’s Big Gorilla Week on Million Dollar Movie!”
Just superb, Kong retains some incalculable, indelible cultural resonance. If this is not an extra on the next DVD/Blu Ray re-release by whoever owns the rights, then they are very, very short sighted - Just exemplary work from start to finish Doc.
This is yet another fun and thoughtful review. Thank, Wolfy!
I love the insinuation that only white people haven't seen Kong, but that people in Mexico may have had a nice vacation.
Watched Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire last night. It was a fun action packed ride.
30:52 "I bring you to life, and gonna take it back from you " approach
Bro you gotta do Godzilla '54
He should do a review of all the Godzilla films, including the most recent Godzilla Minus One.
I saw the broadway show. That was an experience
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:00 *🎬 Introduction to the review of "King Kong" (1933)*
- Overview of the significance of "King Kong" as one of the greatest and most influential films of all time.
- Brief introduction to the storyline and iconic elements of the movie.
- Contextualization of "King Kong" within the realm of cinema history.
01:12 *🎥 Origins and development of "King Kong"*
- Explanation of the collaborative effort behind bringing "King Kong" to the screen, involving directors Maran C Cooper and Ernest B. Shack.
- Influence of Cooper and Shack's real-life experiences, including their backgrounds as World War I pilots and adventurers, on the creation of the film.
- Introduction to Willis O'Brien and his pioneering work in stop-motion animation, which brought the character of King Kong to life.
03:06 *🐵 Evolution of special effects in "King Kong"*
- Description of the stop-motion animation technique used by Willis O'Brien to animate King Kong and other creatures in the film.
- Insight into the detailed process of creating the models and puppets for stop-motion animation, including the use of metal armatures and latex skin.
- Recognition of the innovation and creativity involved in the special effects work, despite the limitations of technology at the time.
05:25 *📜 Development of the story and characters*
- Exploration of the collaborative writing process behind "King Kong," involving writers Edgar Wallace, James Kelman, and Ruth Rose.
- Identification of real-life inspirations for characters and events in the film, particularly the parallels between the characters and the creative team behind the movie.
- Trivia regarding the actors and their connections to the characters they portrayed, adding depth to the storytelling.
08:54 *🌟 Impact and legacy of "King Kong"*
- Discussion of the film's massive success, both critically and commercially, despite being released during the Great Depression.
- Analysis of the enduring appeal and iconic status of "King Kong" in the realm of cinema history.
- Recognition of "King Kong" as a pioneering film that set the stage for future blockbusters and special effects techniques.
18:24 *🦍 King Kong's character portrayal and interaction with real actors*
- King Kong's character depicted with forward momentum and action orientation.
- Interaction between King Kong and real actors involved rear projection and large-scale props.
- Kong portrayed as more than just a puppet or monster, with a human touch in his portrayal.
21:40 *🎭 Evolution of King Kong's design and character portrayal*
- Evolution of Kong's design from a human-ape hybrid to a more ape-like appearance.
- Kong's face sculpted to allow a wide range of human-like expressions.
- Sensitivity in Kong's portrayal, depicting him as a relatable character despite his ferocious nature.
23:35 *🎞️ Censorship and restoration of King Kong*
- Impact of censorship on King Kong's re-releases over the years, leading to the loss of scenes.
- Discovery and restoration of lost footage, including the long-eluded spider pit sequence.
- Controversy and speculation surrounding the existence and removal of the spider pit scene.
26:50 *🔊 Sound design and music in King Kong*
- Innovation in film soundscapes and sound engineering for King Kong, considering the limited technology of the time.
- Creation of Kong's roar through experimentation and mixing of animal sounds.
- Max Steiner's pioneering film score, featuring extensive themes and motifs to enhance storytelling.
28:43 *🎶 Musical scoring and atmosphere in King Kong*
- Max Steiner's innovative film score contributing to the atmospheric storytelling.
- Use of operatic light motifs for characters and places to create unique emotional contexts.
- Balancing between innovative scoring and potential criticisms of overbearing music in certain scenes.
31:01 *🎬 Legacy and impact of King Kong*
- King Kong's enduring legacy as a groundbreaking and influential film in escapist adventure.
- Pioneering use of special effects influencing future generations of filmmakers.
- Kong's portrayal as a tragic character, symbolizing the conflict between power and vulnerability.
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One of the all time greats!
Awesome review doc keep up with the good work
Happy Easter Dr. Wolfula
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I hope you have enough for everyone! Happy Easter to you!
Such a well written and presented appraisal of king Kong. Thank you Dr Wolfula!
Masterpiece
Doc it's so cool your finally dipping your clawed toe into giant monster flicks! If you do any Godzilla flicks in the future obviously cover the original Gojira and the American adaptation. But the one I'd like you to do the most is Return of Godzilla/ Godzilla 1985. For some reason out of the entire series, I think that's the one I could see you sink your fangs into the most.
Also a dream RUclips crossover/collab would be You and Monster Island Buddies (MIB) Both of you are masked, hooded monsters so it makes sense.
I’ve never seen any kong media besides Kong 2005 and the animated show. Of course Kong v Gzilla both original and monster verse. But the big G has always been more interesting to me. This makes me want to check out what he has to offer.
Watched this every Thanksgiving growing up.
Yo $20 in 1933 is $468.31 today......yowie wowie!!!
Personally, for me, I love the Peter Jackson 2005 adaptation of the movie, while it's mainly because that's the King Kong I grew up with, I'm just enamoured by the special effects which still hold up very well today in my opinion, the score which at times can get you emotionally in certain scenes. I love it so much I'm not even bothered by the length of the film either which I hear is the big complaint about the movie.
And while Kong is currently tagging alongside Godzilla again for the third time I hope they go back to make another adaptation of the original story someday. I feel like most audiences today only know King Kong from the Monsterverse movies which is kinda sad. The closest we have to a traditional King Kong so far was literally in Ready Player One (2018) and Space Jam 2 (2021) as minor cameos which....yeah...Hope we get a new one soon lol.
I saw that as a late movie in the late 80s/early 90s.
Jack Driscoll would make the perfect host for an alpha male class, would probably charge 10 grand too!
This was a great review and I'm really glad to have found your channel. The only thing missing here was the ethnic comedy of Dugan & Dershowitz!
The Skull Islanders were based on real Austronesian people I believe, Paupa New Guineans and I believe elements of their costumes and weapons were taken from those peoples. That’s a lot of effort for the time.
Amazing review as always
This video came out just as I was growing an obsession with King Kong. That's king shit
It's always amazing how old and how good this film is. Now I want to see a real ape fight a Komodo dragon thanks Doc.
F ck I thought it was the video already up
I haven't seen the original in decades and tbh wasn't a huge fan. But that's what I love about channels like these. They shout "hey you, maybe middle aged you will actually appreciate the movie! Go watch it chowderhead!"
'Clazy BLACK MAN been here'.
Mind you the guy who played Charlie was HISPANIC/LATINO, just so you know.
According to Wikipedia Victor Wong was chinese-american
Doctor Wolfula You Are The King You Are A Total Legend
What a coincidence, I’m seeing this in the theater this week.
Great video! I love it 🦍
Another amazing review.
Think if we got the kaiju Michael Myers that John Carpenter wanted for Halloween 4. Also, did you hear about The Thing 2 being teased twice by Carpenter?
I heard he's producing a filmed adaptation of _Frozen Hell_ , the recently-discovered novel-length version of "Who Goes There?" , so it's more like a reboot of a remake.
@@christopherwall2121 Well, he said The Thing 2, so I assumed it was a sequel.
Great history lesson Doc!!
Couldn't Kong go around the wall? He went through a lake, wading through the beach shouldn't be a problem.
Happy Easter Doc.
I hope this means you review more monster horror films and less b movie as best slasher films.
Awsome video Dr.Wolfula will you do the 2005 King Kong in some distant future imparticular the extended version and make comparison to the original at least the scenes that were based on the original.
That strategy you describe is still working even to this day
It’s funny how this Movie that’s Decades Old became one of the Earliest Movies that Revolutionized Cinema Forever.
Oh shut up! What a stupid thing to say
Aw yeah!
At no point do yoi get the impression that the actors are just sitting in front of a blank screen or staring at a ping-pong ball on a stick. Cooper and Shoedsack put in so much to make sure they really sold the then-unfinished VFX by integrating their performances in with the post-production elements.
Oh gnarly
What's a King? Compared to a God!...Zilla
Wait! That was a wig?!?!?
Cool 😎. People do love ❤️ Kong
As much as i love king king the dialogue between Faye ray and cabbage is genuinely shocking to listen to nowadays, almost like it’s satirical.
Would like to see a combination of stop-motion and CGI. Should be interesting.....
As it clung to her thigh, how i started to cry..........because i wanted to be dressed just the same!
It's interesting how early CGI went thru the same exact growing pains as early stop motion/animation in general... making things move is the easy part, knowing when to let things be still is the hard part. That's the most off putting thing for me with King Kong, there is movement every frame which is not natural
Love this movie. I've seen it several times. Too bad they cut out the cavern scene when the sailors fell off the log. Back then any scene excised from a movie was not preserved, so no way will it ever resurface. Do we know if there was a preview showing with the cavern scene intact before it was cut? If yes, then those people are long dead.
Not crazy in making Kong taller for the current Godzilla movies. Kong was only about 50 ft.? Not sure if that is correct. Godzilla is 300 ft., so no way Kong was EVER going to beat Godzilla.
There was no spider pit scene. Literally everyone that was asked when they were alive all said to their knowledge the spider pit scene was never even made. So I don't know why some people swear it was cut from the film, when the people who actually worked on it and would know said it wasn't made
@@lutherheggs451 I've only read about it. Obviously, I wasn't even born when the scene was supposedly filmed. Someone or some people just decided to say it exists to drum up buzz for the film? I would think the film as it stands now drew in the crowds regardless. Doesn't make sense for someone to spread rumors just for the sake of rumors. Anyway, whether the scene existed or not, film is over 90 yrs. old. Any scenes that were actually cut from the film have probably deteriorated so it's a moot point.
Okay, this review was so good. I had to watch it twice back to back savage as fuck this review was so good. I had to watch it twice back to back.Savage as fuc*
8:32 The lowest point of the Great Depression was 1937