Infinite Monkeys

Monkey Movies!

Emmett of the Unblinking Eye reviews movies and does a regular spot the last broadcast hour of every week on Hugh Hewitt's radio show. Recently, I was fortunate enough to have my suggestion for a weekly "Ten Best" theme chosen. Last I heard, today would herald the countdown of Movies with Monkeys! (I'm disappointed that today's show is guest-hosted, as Hugh's currently off on another junket. I doubt he knows this Emmett's theme came from "The Exile." Of course, this way we run no risk of him calling foul and cancelling the theme.)

Obviously, we had to put together our own suggestions. No, they're not in any particular order. And yes, there are more than ten. But hey, there are five of us Infinite Monkey bloggers, so... (Click the "Continue Reading..." thingee for our list)

From 1981, Raiders of the Lost Ark. Duh. Saved him from the poisoned dates.

From 1978, Every Which Way But Loose. Ben says, "'Any Which Way You Can' was a far inferior product."

From 1995, Twelve Monkeys. Obviously.

From 1968, Planet of the Apes. Ben says, "Obviously, but I'm not sure about the sequels or the Burton / Wahlberg re-make (I did like the ending with the Ape Lincoln Memorial, though). Brad says, "The remake can't be on our list since I hammered Judge Dan over it when he substituted for Emmett on the Biggest Disappointment/Let-Down Movies list."

From 1968, Head. Robb says, "Actually a Monkees movie. Written by Jack Nicholson – the same one! And choreographed by Toni Basil. Weird."

From 1959, Tarzan's Greatest Adventure. The inveterate Cheetah, king of movie monkeys (yeah, f'git choo, Kong). Featuring a youthful Sean Connery as one of the villains.

From 1995, Outbreak. (South American capuchin even though the monkey in the movie was supposed to be from Africa.) Brad says, "Not the best movie, but I liked it. Good sound design."

From 1999, Being John Malkovich. Yep, double-checked it last week. There's an emotionally troubled chimp who lives in their apartment. He even rescues Cameron Diaz's character near the end.

From 1939, The Wizard of Oz. The Army of Winged Monkeys. Just have to believe this one will be on Emmett's list, but couldn't bear leaving it off ours.

From 1992, Aladdin. Abu. Brad says, "Part of the Ashman & Mencken canon of 'modern' Disney musicals. (Feel free to roll your eyes, but among kid's fare this stuff is top shelf.)"

From 1964, Robinson Crusoe on Mars. Adam West merely co-stars. Brad says, "I've never forgotten seeing this one on tv late one night. It seems to be completely unavailable now."

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