The Peking Man (1997)
Original title: 北京原人
The Peking Man is a 1997 Japanese-language science fiction movie directed by Junya Satō, with a running time of 1h 55m. It stars Naoto Ogata, Show Aikawa and Kent Gilbert.
In 1929 the fossil of a 500,000 year old man is discovered in China. In 1941 the Japanese army confiscates this find, but during the war the remains disappear. Based on these factual events, this movie takes off with a science fiction story involving a space rocket which places a satellite in orbit containing a secret cargo. The satellite crashes on a remote island and footprints are found in the sand leading away from the crash site. A story of how an ancient primitive cave-dwelling family contends with the scientists who want to study them.
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What is The Peking Man about?
In 1929 the fossil of a 500,000 year old man is discovered in China. In 1941 the Japanese army confiscates this find, but during the war the remains disappear. Based on these factual events, this movie takes off with a science fiction story involving a space rocket which places a satellite in orbit containing a secret cargo. The satellite crashes on a remote island and footprints are found in the sand leading away from the crash site. A story of how an ancient primitive cave-dwelling family contends with the scientists who want to study them.
When was The Peking Man released?
The Peking Man was released on 20 December 1997.
How long is The Peking Man?
The Peking Man runs 1h 55m.
Who made The Peking Man?
The Peking Man was directed by Junya Satō.