Behind the Planet of the Apes (TV) (1998) is a comprehensive documentary that aired as part of the American Movie Classics (AMC) cable TV channel's tribute to the 30th anniversary of the iconic film "The Planet of the Apes." The documentary delves into the transformation of the original French novel into the groundbreaking first film, highlighting the challenges faced by producers during the creation of the entire series. It explores how the narrative of the series mirrored contemporary issues such as the Vietnam War and the civil rights movement, and how it became an enduring element of American popular culture. The film features interviews with nearly all the key individuals involved in the production of the series, including the main cast members.
Behind the Planet of the Apes (TV) (1998)
1998 · Documentary · 127 min. · United States
Credits
Direction Kevin Burns · David Comtois
Cast Roddy McDowall · Charlton Heston · Kim Hunter · Franklin J. Schaffner · Ted Post · Don Taylor · J. Lee Thompson · Maurice Evans · Linda Harrison · Ricardo Montalban · James Naughton
Screenplay Brian Anthony · Kevin Burns · David Comtois
Cinematography Cory Geryak
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Title Behind the Planet of the Apes (TV)
Original title Behind the Planet of the Apes (TV)
Year 1998
Type Documentary
Length 127 min.
Country United States
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