Mysterious Island (1961) follows a group of Union soldiers who, during the American Civil War in 1865, manage to escape captivity by taking to the skies in a balloon. However, their journey takes a dramatic turn when a violent storm forces them to crash-land on a seemingly deserted island. Stranded and resourceful, they construct a shelter and soon encounter two Englishwomen who have also been shipwrecked. Their newfound companionship is soon tested as they face an array of colossal creatures, including birds and animals that have been magnified to enormous proportions. Aiding them in their struggle is an enigmatic benefactor who supplies them with essential provisions. This mysterious figure is later revealed to be Captain Nemo, who has developed a method to create giant animals with the aim of addressing global hunger and eradicating the root causes of war. This thrilling adventure is based on Jules Verne's sequel to "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" and showcases the extraordinary encounters of the stranded soldiers on an island filled with oversized wildlife. The film is renowned for its impressive visual effects, crafted by the legendary Ray Harryhausen.
Mysterious Island (1961)
1961 · Movie · 101 min. · United Kingdom
Credits
Direction Cy Endfield
Cast Michael Craig · Herbert Lom · Joan Greenwood · Gary Merrill · Michael Callan · Beth Rogan · Percy Herbert · Dan Jackson
Soundtrack Bernard Herrmann
Screenplay John Prebble · Daniel B. Ullman · Crane Wilbur · Jules Verne
Cinematography Wilkie Cooper
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Title Mysterious Island
Original title Mysterious Island
Year 1961
Type Movie
Length 101 min.
Country United Kingdom
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