THE GORILLA

Cinemavixion Review

Allan Dwan's 1939 comedic horror, 'The Gorilla,' offers a peculiar blend of scares and slapstick, starring the energetic Ritz Brothers. The plot, revolving around a wealthy man under threat from a mysterious killer known as The Gorilla, takes a turn for the absurd with the timely arrival of a genuine escaped ape. While the film may not be a critical darling, evidenced by its IMDb rating of 4.8/10, it provides a unique, albeit dated, cinematic experience that leans heavily into the vaudevillian antics of its lead performers. For those seeking a lighthearted diversion with a touch of the macabre, 'The Gorilla' presents an intriguing, if somewhat campy, slice of 1930s Hollywood.