Review of King Kong (1933) by Atom Age Vampire — 18 May 2009

Willis O'Brien's epic about a giant ape fighting dinosaurs in 1933. Classic!

This review of King Kong (1933) was written by Atom Age Vampire on 18 May 2009.

King Kong has generally received very positive reviews.

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