Kojima names Planet of the Apes an influence

20.01.2009
., a Japanese retailer similar to Borders or Barnes and Noble recently featured a list of Hideo Kojima's major film influences for his gaming . While it's obvious that has taken cues over the years from the medium, some films are less expected than others.

Kojima notes that Planet of the Apes was a major influence due to its anti-war message, and Children of Men for its realistic, handheld camera-style cinematography. Other obvious choices include The Deer Hunter and the Bourne series of films. Click for the full list.

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