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Jane
2017 90 min United States of America PG 12+
★8.0
Documentary
Director: Brett Morgen
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Description
Drawing from never-before-seen footage that has been tucked away in the National Geographic archives, director Brett Morgen tells the story of Jane Goodall, a woman whose chimpanzee research revolutionized our understanding of the natural world.
US Gross:
$1.72M
Worldwide:
$1.72M
Starring
Jane Goodall
Actor
Hugo Van Lawick
Actor
Hugo Eric Louis van Lawick
Actor
Awards
BAFTA 2018
— Best Documentary Feature
Key opinion
Jane is a deeply moving and inspirational portrait of Jane Goodall that effectively utilizes restored historical footage to capture her life’s work. While some viewers find the balance between her personal life and scientific achievements slightly uneven, the documentary is widely praised for its emotional resonance and vivid depiction of Africa.
| The film succeeds as a powerful and inspiring portrait that resonates deeply with audiences through its documentation of Goodall's dedication. | ||
| The use of recovered 1960s footage provides a compelling, vivid look at Goodall's formative years and early field work. | ||
| Viewers are divided on the film's structural focus, with some desiring more technical exploration of her chimp research and others satisfied by the comprehensive biographical narrative. |