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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.
This documentary chronicles the life and work of renowned primatologist Jane Goodall. Through newly discovered archival footage, it delves into her early years in Gombe, Tanzania, her groundbreaking research on chimpanzees, and her evolution into a global advocate for conservation. The film captures her intimate relationship with the animals and her profound impact on our understanding of nature.
Jane received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its intimate portrayal of Jane Goodall and its stunning visual presentation of her life's work. Critics lauded Brett Morgen's direction for seamlessly weaving together archival footage to create a compelling and emotional narrative. The film was praised for its ability to capture Goodall's pioneering spirit and her enduring legacy as a scientist and conservationist.
A deeply personal and visually stunning portrait of a remarkable woman.
Captures the groundbreaking nature of Goodall's research and her unwavering dedication.
An inspiring testament to scientific curiosity and environmental activism.
Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praised Jane for its inspiring and intimate look at Jane Goodall's life and groundbreaking work with chimpanzees. Audiences appreciated the stunning archival footage and the film's powerful message about conservation and the human connection to nature. Many found the documentary deeply moving and educational.
Nominated for Outstanding Documentary Feature at the 2017 Critics' Choice Documentary Awards. Won awards such as Best Documentary at the 2017 Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
The documentary extensively uses over 100 hours of never-before-seen footage from National Geographic's archives, shot between 1962 and 1972.
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Seeing Jane Goodall speak years ago in Portland was one the best speeches I’ve witnessed. Viewing this movie really brought that back into the front of my memory and had me tearing up during the first third of this documentary. What Jane Go...