Review of Monkey Kingdom (2015) by Jessica T — 01 Oct 2015

Briskly narrated by Tina Fey, "Monkey Kingdom" weaves a spellbinding and surprisingly familiar tale.

This review of Monkey Kingdom (2015) was written by Jessica T on 01 Oct 2015.

Monkey Kingdom has generally received positive reviews.

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By Trent G (615) on 12 Dec 2015

Such a great documentary with thrills & tension as we follow Mya from her low position in her troop to top female as she struggles to protect…

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By Abbey B (11) on 02 May 2015

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He'll learn. A Temple Troop of monkeys have a hierarchy social system that leads to weakness in the society…

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By Wadisplace (20) on 20 May 2015

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By Daniel F (660) on 20 May 2015

I thought this movie was very good. I love monkeys and they are very cute. Disney nature movies are very good and cute for all ages…

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By David C (2,598) on 02 May 2015

How can anyone not love a Disney nature film? The photography is stunning…

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By Katie H (465) on 24 May 2015

So well done. Tina's narration was perfectly done and it was very entertaining. Great for ages 7 and up…

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Minor ethical questions do linger... But the higher-level mission here, to engender fascination among young viewers, is well accomplished…

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