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2017
PG
Abramorama
1 h 30 m

2017
PG
Abramorama
1 h 30 m

Summary Jane is the story of how Jane Goodall became Jane Goodall – using footage shot by future husband Hugo van Lawick of her first experiences in Gombe, Tanzinia in the 1960’s. Previously thought to be lost forever, the footage was only recently discovered in a storage unit, and has been now masterfully intercut with interviews of present da...

Directed By: Brett Morgen

Written By: Jane Goodall, Brett Morgen

2017
PG
Abramorama
1 h 30 m

2017
PG
Abramorama
1 h 30 m

Jane

Metascore Universal Acclaim Based on 24 Critic Reviews

87

User Score Universal Acclaim Based on 23 User Ratings

8.2

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Summary Jane is the story of how Jane Goodall became Jane Goodall – using footage shot by future husband Hugo van Lawick of her first experiences in Gombe, Tanzinia in the 1960’s. Previously thought to be lost forever, the footage was only recently discovered in a storage unit, and has been now masterfully intercut with interviews of present da...

Directed By: Brett Morgen

Written By: Jane Goodall, Brett Morgen

Where to Watch

Top Cast

Jane Goodall

Self

Hugo Van Lawick

Self

Hugo Eric Louis van Lawick

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Critic Reviews

Metascore

Universal Acclaim Based on 24 Critic Reviews

96% Positive
23 Reviews

4% Mixed
1 Review

0% Negative
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Critic Reviews

Metascore

Universal Acclaim Based on 24 Critic Reviews

96% Positive
23 Reviews

4% Mixed
1 Review

0% Negative
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The Seattle Times

Nov 29, 2017

It’s most evocative as a memorable portrait of a woman, both in youth and late life, who always knew what she wanted — and who, in doing so, helped make the world a better place.

By Moira Macdonald FULL REVIEW

Oct 19, 2017

On almost every level, in almost every way, Jane is an exemplary work of documentation, storytelling, and filmmaking.

By Sarah Kurchak FULL REVIEW

Oct 23, 2017

While her astonishing career and scientific breakthroughs are rightfully celebrated in Brett Morgen’s documentary Jane, more than being a standard biographical doc, the film serves as a cautionary tale against the perils of male chauvinism.

By Jose Solís FULL REVIEW

Austin Chronicle

Nov 1, 2017

One of the most immersive and intimate documentaries on Goodall, Jane is a triumph of filmmaking, and essential viewing for humans.

Arizona Republic

Oct 26, 2017

Jane is a compelling movie, one that shows us not just more of the world, but also our place in it.

By Bill Goodykoontz FULL REVIEW

San Francisco Chronicle

Oct 25, 2017

Jane is lopsided, thoroughly exploring her early career but encapsulating later decades too neatly.

By Carla Meyer FULL REVIEW

Dec 5, 2017

The story itself is fascinating. And for any wannabe explorers out there, there’s joy to be found in hearing about how one woman fulfilled her wildest childhood dream.

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User Score

Universal Acclaim Based on 23 User Ratings

83% Positive
19 Ratings

13% Mixed
3 Ratings

4% Negative
1 Rating

User Reviews

User Score

Universal Acclaim Based on 23 User Ratings

83% Positive
19 Ratings

13% Mixed
3 Ratings

4% Negative
1 Rating

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Details

Production Company National Geographic Studios, Public Road Productions

Release Date Oct 20, 2017

Duration 1 h 30 m

Rating PG

Genres

Tagline It Took a Woman to Unlock the Secret of Early Man

Website https://www.nationalgeographic.com/jane-the-movie/

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Awards

Primetime Emmy Awards

• 2 Wins & 7 Nominations

Cinema Eye Honors Awards, US

• 3 Wins & 4 Nominations

Americana Film Fest

• 1 Win & 2 Nominations

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