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The Gorilla is a 1927 American silent comedy-mystery adapted from Ralph Spence's Broadway play of the same name. A killer in a gorilla costume creates an apparent monster threat, while a pair of bumbling detectives tries to identify the culprit and protect the people involved. The film combines murder mystery, farce, disguise, and horror imagery, treating the gorilla figure as a theatrical device for suspense and comic confusion rather than as a real animal. It belongs to the cycle of silent films adapted from stage plays.
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What is the plot of The Gorilla from 1927?
The film centers on a killer in a gorilla costume who creates the appearance of a monster threat. Two bumbling detectives try to identify the culprit and protect the people involved.
Is The Gorilla a silent film?
Yes, The Gorilla is a 1927 American silent comedy-mystery. It was adapted from Ralph Spence's Broadway play of the same name.
What genre is The Gorilla?
The Gorilla combines comedy with a mystery plot. Its central question is whether the apparent gorilla threat is real or part of a criminal scheme.
Was The Gorilla based on a stage play?
Yes, the 1927 film was adapted from Ralph Spence's Broadway play titled The Gorilla. The adaptation keeps the play's comic mystery setup and costumed killer premise.
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