Bob Burns

Bob Burns

90 · Born: May 12, 1935

Personal Details

BornMay 12, 1935 Oklahoma, USA

Biography

Noted archivist and historian of cinematic artifacts, renowned worldwide for meticulous curation of props, costumes, and other screen-used paraphernalia from iconic science fiction, fantasy, and horror motion pictures.

Among the treasures housed within his "basement" museum, a veritable treasure trove of cinematic history, one can find the original Time Machine from the 1960 George Pal classic, a testament to the enduring power of H.G. Wells' visionary tale.

Also on display is the original wolf's head cane from the 1941 Universal horror classic, The Wolfman, a haunting reminder of the genre's rich heritage.

Furthermore, the museum boasts the original King Kong armature, a behemoth of a prop that has captivated audiences for generations, its presence a testament to the enduring appeal of the giant ape's legend.

Lastly, a crowning jewel of the collection is a functioning, full-size head of the Alien Queen from James Cameron's 1986 sci-fi masterpiece, Aliens, a marvel of practical effects that continues to inspire awe in all who lay eyes on it.

Career

2009
Dark and Stormy Night
Dark and Stormy Night as Kogar the Gorilla
The Lovely Bones
The Lovely Bones as Mall Shopper
2005
The Naked Monster
The Naked Monster as Admiral Burns / Tracy the Gorilla
Drive
Drive as Doctor/Co-Pilot
1975
The Ghost Busters
The Ghost Busters as Tracy the Gorilla
1966
Rat Pfink a Boo Boo
Rat Pfink a Boo Boo as Kogar the Gorilla
1965
The Lemon Grove Kids Meet the Monsters
The Lemon Grove Kids Meet the Monsters as Kogar the Gorilla / The Mad Mummy