Chimpanzee

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  • Opened April 20, 2012 
  • 1 hr 18 min
  • G | Mature Theme
  • Parents: Common Sense Media says OK for kids 6+. More on child suitability

  • Disneynature takes moviegoers deep into the forests of Africa with 'Chimpanzee,' a new True Life Adventure introducing an adorable baby chimp named Oscar and his entertaining approach to life in a remarkable story of family bonds and individual triumph. Oscar’s playful curiosity and zest for discovery showcase the intelligence and ingenuity of some of the most extraordinary personalities in the animal kingdom. Working together, Oscar’s chimpanzee family—including his mom and the group’s savvy leader — navigates the complex territory of the forest.

    The world is a playground for little Oscar and his fellow young chimps, who’d rather make mayhem than join their parents for an afternoon nap. But when Oscar’s family is confronted by a rival band of chimps, he is left to fend for himself until a surprising ally steps in and changes his life forever. Full synopsis

  • Cast: Tim Allen, China Anne McClain
  • Director: Alastair Fothergill, Mark Linfield
  • Genres: Documentary

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chimpanzee was great

by drlou71

very educational and heart-warming. Tim Allen as the narrator was fantastic, especially when he was talking about "tools". My kids loved it (3.5 and 6.5 y/o)....

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TOTALLY LOVED IT

by natashaov24

hubby,kids and i had a great time! mus go see this cute movie, my hubby even cried...

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healthy alternative to the animated cartoons

by susans_movie_reviews

When I walked in the theater last night with my granddaughter and friend, there was hardly anyone in the theater. I wondered; 'Where are all the people?' The sound in the theater was a little lower...

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New York Daily News
| Joe Neumaier

Chimpanzee lets everyone feel like a mini-Jane Goodall. Read full review

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St. Louis Post-Dispatch
| Joe Williams

An eye-opening primer in cross-species similarity. We learn that apes are violent and territorial but also that they are capable of creativity and tenderness. Read full review

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San Francisco Chronicle
| Peter Hartlaub

The stunning and mostly uncompromising visuals more than compensate for the frequent corny turns of phrase. Read full review

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Boston Globe
| Ty Burr

In general, the more young people who see the film, the more who will be made aware of a fascinating, complicated near-relative whose numbers are dwindling rapidly. Read full review

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Co-director Mark Linfield on the set of "Chimpanzee."