Project Nim (2011)

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Oscar-winning director James Marsh (Man on Wire) shifts his focus from man to monkey to tell the remarkable story of Nim, a chimpanzee who managed the unique feat of learning sign language after being raised like a typical human child. Interviews with Nim's trainers as well as other key researchers are combined with archival footage to offer incredible insight into the experiment that would forever alter our perceptions regarding the differences between man and beast. By attempting to turn Nim human, scientists learned more about the true nature of humanity than they ever thought possible. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Director(s):: James Marsh

Theatrical MPAA Rating:: PG13

Format(s):: DVD
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Theatrical Feature Running Time:: 93 mins

Director(s):: James Marsh

Producer(s):: John Battsek, Simon Chinn

Theatrical MPAA Rating:: PG13(Drug Content, Profanity, Adult Situations)

Categories:: Documentary

Project Nim Awards:

2011 - Boston Society of Film Critics - Best Documentary

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	Keith B.

9 out of 9 people found this review helpful

This is a very real and true story. It's both happy and sad. It shows the best and worst of man. The truth may make you sick, sad, or both as it did me. Yet you get over it to a degree. What I really liked about this besides the absolute truths of most involved is the way it was done, just about perfect. The director gives a complete (true) unbiased picture. All issues, be they good , bad, or meaningless to some. This movie makes a point, and it covers it fairly. As you watch you'll discover that there is more then one issue present... I'm not normally a documentary watcher, but this kept my attention. If your even remotely interested in animal rights along with human responsibility you will really appreciate this movie.

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	Ann C.

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful

It seemed like a reasonable idea: teaching chimpanzees sign language to bridge the gap between apes and humans. "Project Nim" shows what happened during an actual Columbia University study, from the scientists and students involved to the subject himself, a male chimpanzee named "Nim Chimpsky." This excellent documentary will stun and fascinate you...and it will also break your heart. But you will cheer for Bob, Nim's human champion, who sought him out in a dark place, far from the university.

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	Richard M.

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful

Just finished watching the documentary, Project Nim. Anyone who cares about how animals, especially chimpanzees, are treated by scientists, universities or medical institutions should see this true story. Project Nim is a story of misguided science, betrayal and friendship between species. It's a cautionary tale of what happens when we put the quest for knowledge above compassion. I defy anyone who watches this not to be moved to take action on behalf of animals everywhere.

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