Dr. Decker returns from Africa after a year, presumed dead. In that year, he discovered a way of growing plants and animals to an enormous size. He brings back a baby chimpanzee to test out his theory. As he has many enemies at home, he decides to use his chimp, 'Konga', to 'get rid of them'. Then Konga grows to gigantic proportions and wreaks havoc all over London!
Practical Effects
The Konga suit is... a choice. A beautiful, terrible choice
Acting
Michael Gough chews scenery like Konga chews... everything
Production
Micro-budget London destruction that dreams bigger than its wallet
Director
John Lemont
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The Konga suit was so stiff the actor could barely move, which explains why 'giant' Konga mostly stands still while throwing things.
Released the same year as the original 'Gorgo,' this was part of a brief British attempt to steal America's giant monster thunder—and yes, they're both gloriously unhinged.
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