Diamonds of Kilimandjaro
Director: Jesús Franco, Olivier Mathot
Actors: Katja Bienert, Antonio Mayans, Aline Mess
PlotDeep in the jungles near Mount Kilimanjaro, a young girl named Diana is found alone and disheveled by a group of explorers. Her presence is inexplicable, especially since she seems to be unaffected by the dangers surrounding her. As they discover, Diana was abandoned in the jungle as a child and has adapted to the wild with an almost mystical ease. This astonishing revelation piques the interest of the explorers, including a nefarious entrepreneur who sees an opportunity to exploit Diana’s story for profit. The entrepreneur teams up with a brutish guide to locate a legendary stash of diamonds rumored to be guarded by the native tribes.
Diana’s primitive instincts and deep connection to the land lead the group through treacherous terrain and encounters with wary tribesmen. Along the way, tensions rise among the explorers as greed and competing interests come into play. Unbeknownst to them, Diana's intuitive sense warns her of the dangerous motives at hand. The journey forces each character to confront their own moral compass while navigating through perilous obstacles that test their endurance and loyalty. As secrets are revealed and true intents come to light, their expedition takes an unexpected turn that leaves them questioning the real treasure they seek.
Writers: Jesús Franco
Release Date: 03 Jun 1983
Runtime: 83 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: France, Spain
Language: Spanish
Home Video Reviews
Diamonds of Kilimandjaro's Blu-ray features erratic image quality with robust colors but some below-VHS scenes and clear audio despite subpar dubbing.
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