Cannibal Island
“He destroyed his victims but saved their heads!”
Synopsis
Though the release date says 1956, this film consists mostly of footage from a 1931 documentary called "Gow the Killer." It was the first sound film to deal with cannibalism, as it documented the social life and customs of primitive tribes that in fact did engage in cannibalism.
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February 1, 1956
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward A. Salisbury
- Original Title
- Cannibal Island
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward A. Salisbury
Department Leadership Roster
Edward A. Salisbury
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cannibal Island
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What is Cannibal Island about?
Though the release date says 1956, this film consists mostly of footage from a 1931 documentary called "Gow the Killer." It was the first sound film to deal with cannibalism, as it documented the social life and customs of primitive tribes that in fact did engage in cannibalism.
Who directed Cannibal Island?
Cannibal Island was directed by Edward A. Salisbury.
Who stars in Cannibal Island?
The principal cast of Cannibal Island includes Gow.
When was Cannibal Island released and how long is it?
Cannibal Island was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.