The movie “Dance of the Dwarfs” is a horror-adventure film produced in 1983. It’s about a story wherein an anthropologist hires a helicopter pilot to fly her into the jungle in pursuit of a scientist probing reports of a tribe of reptile-men. Directed by Gus Trikonis, leading roles were played by Deborah Raffin, Peter Fonda, and John Amos.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was filmed in the Philippines. The filming started on April 1, 1982.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Deborah Raffin | Dr. Evelyn Howard |
| Peter Fonda | Harry Bediker |
| John Amos | Esteban |
| Carlos Palomino | Bandit #1 |
| Ike Arpuco | Federale |
| Jun Turko | Federale |
| Edward Martinez | Juan |
| Mario Teodoro | Jeepney Driver |
| Racquel Vera | Hooker |
| Venchito Galvez | Luis |
| Iliang Vitales | Maria |
| Theresa Reyes | Midget |
| Telly Babasa | Bandit #2 |
| Cherron Hoye | Creature |
| Gil Arceo | Creature |
Trivia and Facts
- The film was initially given an “R” rating by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA), but after an appeal, the rating was reduced to “PG”.
- In the movie’s last scene, there’s a mistake. During an attack by one of the reptile-men in the helicopter, Harry and the large front cockpit window can be seen, and outside the window is the whole jungle, although they had been flying at high altitude for some time. The scene might have been filmed when they were still on the ground.
- “Dance of the Dwarfs” is referred to in a 2005 movie “Ban the Sadist Videos!”
- An interesting fact in the movie’s credit roll is the mention of ‘Chaquita The Wonder Chicken’ among the other small role characters.
- The movie also goes by several alternative titles around the world: “Jungle Heat” in the United States, “Night of the Dwarfs” in the United States, “Les enfants du diable” in France, “Pris au piège” in France, and “Easy Flyer – Im Dschungel des Schreckens” in Germany.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Philippines
- Latitude: 12.879721
- Longitude: 121.774017
- Place ID: ChIJY96HXyFTQDIRV9opeu-QR3g
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Philippines
- Timezone: Asia/Manila
