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Review of Congo (1972) by Sam B — 13 Mar 2008

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Warning: contains hardcore scary monkeys.

This review of Congo (1972) was written by Sam B on 13 Mar 2008.

Congo has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Jamie T (429) on 11 Jun 2017

Awful script and exaggerated characters. Bad pacing and drull humour throughout. One to watch whilst doing the ironing, cleaning or power napping…

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By Gary T (2,283) on 17 Nov 2013

Wow ummmn just seen this movie 4 the 1st time n think that this is a good movie 2 watch......its got a good cast of actors/actressess throuhgout…

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I just rewatched this and I'll admit, it was A LOT cheesier than I remembered, but it was still exciting and also made me laugh. I recommend…

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By Abel D (318) on 16 Feb 2014

35% Ugly...movie...go away. Jeez I can't believe I used to watch this as a good. Okay so it's not THAAAAT bad. But it's not very good, either…

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