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I'm for the Hippopotamus 1979

Status
Released
Runtime
95 minutes
Director
Italo Zingarelli
Network
Denver Film Productions
★ TMDB users: 6.8/10 PG-13 ActionAdventureComedy Released
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What is I'm for the Hippopotamus?

I'm for the Hippopotamus is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Action, Adventure, Comedy.

Type
Film
Year
1979
Status
Released
Runtime
95 minutes
Release date
Nov 30, 1979
Studios
Denver Film Productions
Genres
Action, Adventure, Comedy
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.8/10
Episode runtime
~95 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Denver Film Productions

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Overview

I'm for the Hippopotamus is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Action, Adventure, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Denver Film Productions. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“Two cousins clash over safaris and wildlife in 1950s Africa.”

Reasons to watch
  • Exciting safari sequences
  • Humorous cousin rivalry
  • Conservation‑focused storyline
Keep in mind
  • Period setting may feel dated
  • Mild violence despite PG‑13 rating

Watch it if you enjoy light‑hearted adventure comedies set against an African wildlife backdrop.

The PG‑13 rating indicates mild violence and comedic action, making it appropriate for teens and adults.

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What is the central rivalry in the film?

It centers on two cousins, Tom and Slim, whose opposing approaches to safari business create conflict.

When and where does the story take place?

The film is set in Africa in the year 1950.

What genre does the movie belong to?

It combines action, adventure, and comedy elements.

Who is the antagonist?

Jack Ormond, a local animal trafficker, opposes the protagonists.

Is the film suitable for younger audiences?

With a PG‑13 rating, it contains mild violence and is generally suitable for teens and older viewers.

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