Originally presented in IMAX format, this exquisite documentary presents an absorbing look at four decades of Dr. Jane Goodall's work with chimpanzees (the primates who are genetically closest to human beings) in the tropical Eden known as Gombe National Park in Tanzania. Boasting superb cinematography that captures the chimpanzees in all of their wild, rambunctious, loving, bonding glory, we see Goodall's incredible interacting with these amazing creatures, whom she's named, including Frodo, the bully; Golden and Glitter, the adorable twins; and Jane's favorite, Fifi, who, after Goodall's initial frustrating months of sitting alone in the jungle--hearing but never seeing the animals--became the first chimp to reach out her hand. Forty years later, Goodall's work continues, both in the field and as the director of the worldwide Jane Goodall Institute for Wildlife and Conservation. Backed by an excellent contemporary African score, this entertaining, informative, and sure to be popular IMAX film is highly recommended. Editor's Choice. [Note: DVD extras include a director's commentary, behind-the-scenes making-of, featurette on the musical score, and a trivia quiz.] Aud: H, C, P. (J. Carlson)
Jane Goodall's Wild Chimpanzees
(2002) 43 min. VHS: $14.99, DVD: $19.99. Slingshot Entertainment (avail. from most distributors). Color cover. ISBN: 1-58448-311-3 (dvd). Volume 18, Issue 3
Jane Goodall's Wild Chimpanzees
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