---
title: "Bingo Bongo"
year: 1982
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/bingo-bongo-1982"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 62029
imdb_id: "tt0083655"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 102
community_rating: 5.7
vote_count: 177
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Bingo Bongo (1982) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/bingo-bongo-1982

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "Bingo Bongo" is a 1982 comedy. The story takes place in the jungles of Congo and later in Milan. An ape-man is found in the jungles and is transferred to Milan, where he is given the name Bingo Bongo. An anthropologist, who is a woman, is the only one who believes in the ape-man's human qualities. Her affection for the ape-man grows over time.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An anthropologist falls for a jungle-found ape-man brought to Milan."

### Why Watch
- Unique fish-out-of-water premise
- Genuine emotional core between leads
- Exploration of humanity and belonging

### Caveats & Content Note
- Potentially dated special effects
- Unconventional romance may not appeal to all
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for mature audiences interested in thoughtful, unconventional love stories.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: unusual, heartfelt, quirky, dramatic, offbeat

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Pasquale Festa Campanile
- **Networks / Studios**: Intercapital

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Adriano Celentano** as *Bingo Bongo*
- **Carole Bouquet** as *Laura*
- **Felice Andreasi** as *Prof. Fortis*
- **Enzo Robutti** as *Dott. Muller*
- **Walter D'Amore** as *zoologo*
- **Roberto Marelli** as *neurofisiologo*
- **Guido Spadea** as *uomo nel bagno a cui viene sottratto il giornale*
- **Alfio Patané** as *l'uomo seduto al tavolo della trattoria*
- **Elizabeth Cobben** as *la donna che allatta il neonato*
- **Maurizio Tabani**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this based on a true story?
No, it's a fictional tale about an ape-man brought to Milan.

### Q: What kind of relationship develops in the film?
An anthropologist named Laura develops affection and love for Bingo Bongo.

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The story moves from the jungles of Congo to Milan, Italy.

### Q: What is Bingo Bongo's background?
He is described as an ape-man found in the jungles of Congo.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Bingo Bongo and Laura, a woman anthropologist.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Bingo Bongo — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/62029)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*