Gorillas in the Mist

Name: Gorillas in the Mist
Genre: Drama, History
Released: 1988-09-23
Duration: 129 min
Rating: 7

1988 · Movie · PG-13 · 129 min · ★ 7.0 · 79% critics

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A determined researcher travels to Africa to study endangered mountain gorillas and gradually forms a powerful bond with them. As threats from poachers grow, the work shifts from observation to a relentless fight to protect the animals, testing personal limits and relationships along the way.

Based on Gorillas in the Mist

Also known as Gorillas in the Mist: The Adventure of Dian Fossey · Gorillas in the Mist: The Story of Dian Fossey

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Years: 1988
Release date: 1988-09-23
Language: English
Rated: PG-13
Runtime: 129 min
Critic score: 79/100
TMDB rating: 7.0/10 (653 votes)

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You’ll likely enjoy this if you want an emotional, true-story drama about dedication and wildlife protection, with intense moments and a strong central performance; Not for you if animal harm or slow pacing is a dealbreaker.

Pros: powerful lead performance; moving human-animal bond; beautiful African landscapes | Cons: thin character motivation; forced romance subplot; slow, drawn-out second half