Mighty Joe Young

6.4
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Directed by: Ernest B. Schoedsack
Overview
A young woman, Jill Young, grew up on her father's ranch in Africa, raising a large gorilla named Joe from an infant. Years later, she brings him to Hollywood to become a star.
Review (1)
John Chard (Rated: 8)
Listen you guys, cut out the rough stuff or I'll feed you to the lions.
Unfairly chastised in some quarters for being a kiddie friendly King Kong, Mighty Joe Young is as charming as an Autumnal day. Many of the team from King Kong reteam to make this film, and undoubtedly it's pretty much the sam...
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