Gorillas in the Mist
At the far ends of the earth she found a reason to live, and a cause to fight for.
Directed by Michael Apted
Produced by Universal Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures
A biographical drama about a scientist's passionate, solitary crusade to protect endangered mountain gorillas in Africa, balancing intimate connection with the animals against the darker forces of poaching and human conflict.
The story of Dian Fossey, a scientist who came to Africa to study the vanishing mountain gorillas, and later fought to protect them.
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Is Gorillas in the Mist sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Does Gorillas in the Mist end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 58% of films.
Is Gorillas in the Mist easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Gorillas in the Mist violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Gorillas in the Mist scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Gorillas in the Mist
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Gorillas in the Mist
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Gorillas in the Mist, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Gorillas in the Mist, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Gorillas in the Mist, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
