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201475 minPGdocumentary

7.2/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

See No Evil

201475 minPGdocumentary

7.2/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Three retired apes share their experiences and insights about their lives and the bond between humans and apes in a 75-minute documentary.

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Three retired apes share their experiences and insights about their lives and the bond between humans and apes in a 75-minute documentary.

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Three retired apes share their experiences in See No Evil, a 2014 documentary directed by Jos de Putter. The film features a film star ape, a scientist, and a crippled individual, each reflecting on their unique lives and the bond between humans and apes. Their narratives prompt a reconsideration of observation and learning, questioning who truly observes whom. The stories reveal personal journeys that challenge perceptions of intelligence and empathy across species.

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