Question 1

What amusing ad-libbed moment was kept in the film to lighten serious scenes?

Accepted Answer

The 'See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil' gag was entirely ad-libbed on set and kept because people found it amusing when the film was threatening to get too serious.

Question 2

Why did ape actors have to drink liquified meals through straws during breaks?

Accepted Answer

All ape actors and extras wore their masks even during breaks because makeup took so much time to apply, so meals were liquified and drunk through straws.

Question 3

Which actor drove home in full ape makeup to shock other drivers?

Accepted Answer

Roddy McDowall reportedly drove home with his ape makeup on, shocking other drivers on the freeway.

Question 4

What major film festivals featured this movie decades after its release?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the São Paulo International Film Festival in 2009 and the Venice Film Festival in 2009.

Question 5

What happens to astronaut Taylor after he crash-lands on the distant planet?

Accepted Answer

Taylor crash-lands on a planet ruled by apes who use humans for experimentation and sport, finding himself among the hunted with his life in the hands of a benevolent chimpanzee scientist.

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