| Ape | |
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| Directed by | Joel Potrykus |
| Written by | Joel Potrykus |
| Produced by | Joel Potrykus Ashley Young Michael Saunders Kevin Clancy |
| Starring | Joshua Burge |
| Distributed by | Factory 25 |
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Running time | 86 min |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Ape is a 2012 American independent black comedy film written and directed by Joel Potrykus, starring Joshua Burge as Trevor Newandyke. [1] The film was a precursor to Potrykus's later film, Buzzard , which also starred Burge.
A black comedy and rage fantasy, the film follows failing stand-up comic Trevor as he suffers one humiliation after another, both on stage and off. His only outlet is a secret pyromania on display at home and in public. [2] His anger hits the streets after making a deal with a man dressed as the Devil. [3]
Ape made its world premiere at the 2012 Locarno Film Festival, where it won Best New Director and Best First Feature Special Mention at the festival. [4] It went on to make its North American premiere at the Vancouver International Film Festival, [5] and US premiere at AFI Fest in Hollywood. [6] The film received a theatrical release through Factory 25. [7]
Ape has received generally favorable reviews from critics. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a rating of 100%, based on 5 reviews. [8]
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