Monkey Love Cut From POTA

[Monday, April 9th, 2001]
A proposed human/ape love scene has had to be pulled from the forthcoming 'Planet Of The Apes' remake.

Rick Baker, the Oscar-winning special effects wizard, says director Tim Burton wanted sexual tension between the two lead characters.

Mark Wahlberg's human character and Helena Bonham Carter's simian share a kiss in the film.

Mr Baker told The New York Daily Times: "Tim wanted her [Bonham Carter] to be sexually attractive to men."

Despite rumors of a love scene between the two having been filmed, the plan had to be abandoned.

The film is due to be released on July 27, 2001. To view the trailer visit our Trailer Section

Article originally appeared on Ananova

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