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King Kong: Don't Mess With the Monkey

Posted by michael on from the 800,000-pound-gorilla dept.

Noodles22 writes "King Kong: Don't Mess With the Monkey began as an audition piece for Eden Phillips. After adapting some scenes from Peter Jackson and Fran Walsh's 1996 King Kong screenplay, the natural appeal of the Kong story attracted more and more enthusiastic volunteers who generously gave of their time to make Kong a rich, funny short film. We are honoured to dedicate it to Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, Wingnut films, and all those involved in the Lord of the Rings films, and upcoming King Kong remake."

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  1. In other news by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Interesting

    King Kong was one of Hitler's favourite movies. The other one was Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

    1. Re:In other news by Timmeh · · Score: 5, Interesting

      A quick googling also turns up Metropolis as Hitler's fav (knew that one), but also Gone with the Wind and The Lives of a Bengal Lancer (both news to me.) I wonder, not too much, what his favorite film really was...

  2. Peter Jackson is officially jumping the shark by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 4, Interesting

    The guy really should have taken a break after the massive effort that was LOTR filming and cutting. There are so many great ideas for movies that haven't been made and we have to go back to King Kong? I hope this doesn't ruin the reputation he's acquired.

  3. Apparently they didn't consult with a lawyer... by telstar · · Score: 4, Interesting
    "Music used within this film was utilized as a gesture of respect and admiration for the artists and labels involved.
    No financial gain whatsoever can be attained from this film and/or any copyrighted materials that appear within it.

    We hope this film will help further promote the works of the artists and labels featured here. Any objection to the usage
    of copyrighted materials within this film will be met with immediate compliance and complete removal of the offending material without question."
    • So they've basically admitted that they never asked for permission to use any of the music in the film ... and they explain that it's okay ... because it was used out of respect, and they won't make any money on the project anyway. (I could've told them that after watching it) But they promise to remove the music if anyone complains. Nice to know they'll close the barn doors after the horses have already left...