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In 1995, the adventure film Congo was released, directed by Frank Marshall and based on the novel of the same name by Michael Crichton. The film stars an ensemble cast including Laura Linney, Tim Curry, Dylan Walsh, Ernie Hudson, and Joe Don Baker. The plot of the movie revolves around a lost city in Africa, called "Zinj", and a rare blue diamond that can be found there. The diamond is said to be the largest ever found and worth millions of dollars. The expedition to find the diamond is led by Dr. Karen Ross (Laura Linney) who works for a communications company called TraviCom. Dr. Ross needs to retrieve a special diamond-powered communication machine from the expedition and get it to Uganda, where it can be used to locate her missing fiancé.

On her journey to Africa, Dr. Ross is accompanied by a team that includes a primatologist, Peter Elliot (Dylan Walsh), an African guide named Munro Kelly (Ernie Hudson), and a Romanian philanthropist named Herkermer Homolka (Tim Curry). The team first makes contact with a small group of gorillas, who eventually provide valuable assistance, but then discover they are being followed by a group of mercenaries who are after the diamond. As tensions rise and conflicts begin to escalate, the team realizes they are on the brink of a deadly confrontation.

As they approach the lost city of Zinj, the team must navigate through dangerous terrain, including a treacherous jungle filled with various obstacles and enemies. Along the way, they encounter both tribespeople and killer apes who attack them relentlessly. As they try to find the diamond and escape with their lives, the team must battle both the mercenaries and the jungle in order to survive.

Filled with thrilling action sequences and suspenseful moments, Congo provides a thrilling and unforgettable cinematic experience. The stunning landscapes and convincing portrayal of Africa help to set the tone and keep the viewer on the edge of their seat. The excellent cast also delivers outstanding performances, making the characters seem real and relatable. The special effects and animatronics used to bring the jungle and its inhabitants to life are incredibly impressive, even by today's standards.

Overall, Congo is a wonderful adventure film that will leave audiences captivated and drawn into the story from beginning to end. It is a must-see for action and adventure fans, as well as those who enjoy a good adventure story. With its top-notch cast and thrilling plot, this film is sure to be remembered as a classic for years to come.

Congo is a 1995 action movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 48 minutes. It has received poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.3 and a MetaScore of 22.