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Mighty Joe Young (1998)

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Reviews Counted:42

Fresh:22

Rotten:20

Average Rating:5.8/10

Consensus: Beguiling effects transcend a predictable plot.

Runtime: 1 hr 54 mins

Genre: Action/Adventure

Synopsis: An enormous gorilla exhibits endless compassion and courage. In his native jungle he cares for and protects an orphaned girl who later brings him to Los Angeles to save him from ruthless poachers.... [More]

Starring: Bill Paxton, Charlize Theron, David Paymer, Rade Serbedzija

Director: Ron Underwood

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Never get into a movie where you play opposite an animal, right? They should have listened.

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