Review of Gorillas in the Mist (1988) by Michael H — 26 May 2008

Not the true story of the Canterbury Bulldogs, but a true story about Dianne Fossey in the jungle. Sigrouney WEaver excels in a classic film.

This review of Gorillas in the Mist (1988) was written by Michael H on 26 May 2008.

Gorillas in the Mist has generally received positive reviews.

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By Ian F (356) on 07 Oct 2011

Esta es una pelÃcula autobiogrÃ¡fica de la naturalista Dian Fossey quien es representada de manera fascinante por Sigourney Weaver, mostrÃ¡ndonos…

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By Tara S (379) on 30 May 2010

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By Martin D (1,305) on 02 Mar 2010

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By Maggie B (103) on 12 Sep 2013

Weaver embodies Fossey the conservationist and Fossey the unmovable force who likely created her own demise. Call her the anti-Jane Goodall…

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By Terry W (361) on 20 Dec 2009

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