Ernest B. Schoedsack

Ernest B. Schoedsack

June 8, 1893

Ernest Beaumont Schoedsack (June 8, 1893 – December 23, 1979) was an American motion picture cinematographer, director, and producer. Born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Schoedsack is probably best remembered for being the co-director of the 1933 film, King Kong. His eyesight was severely damaged in Wor…

Known For

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King Kong

King Kong

1933 · 1h 40m · Movie

A film crew goes to a tropical island for a location shoot, where they capture a colossal ape who takes a shine to their blonde starlet, and bring him back to New York City.

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The Most Dangerous Game

The Most Dangerous Game

1932 · 1h 3m · Movie

A psychotic big game hunter deliberately strands a luxury yacht on a remote island, where he begins to hunt its passengers for sport.

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Son of Kong

Son of Kong

1933 · 1h 10m · Movie

The showman who brought Kong to New York returns to Skull Island and finds Kong's son, a spunky 12-footer with a winning personality and his dad's awesome strength.

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Dr. Cyclops

Dr. Cyclops

1940 · 1h 17m · Movie

A mad scientist working in the South American jungle miniaturizes his colleagues when he feels his megalomania is threatened.

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The Last Days of Pompeii

The Last Days of Pompeii

1935 · 1h 36m · Movie

In the doomed Roman city, a gentle blacksmith becomes a corrupt gladiator, while his son leans toward Christianity.

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