Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People
Documentary telling the extraordinary story of Koko, the only 'talking' gorilla in the world, and her lifelong relationship with Penny Patterson. Project Koko started as a PhD project to teach sign language to a baby gorilla, but as Koko began to communicate with Penny, an intense bond formed between them. Penny has now been with Koko for over 40 years and claims Koko can reveal fresh insights into the workings of an animal's mind. Koko's unique life with Penny has been filmed every step of the way. Over 2,000 hours of footage chart the most dramatic moments - Penny's battle to keep Koko from being taken back to the zoo in which she was born, Penny's clash with academic critics who doubted her claims and the image of Koko mourning the death of her kitten.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People
- Genres: Documentary, TV Movie
- Release Date: 2016-06-15
- Runtime: 58 minutes
- Rating: 7.6/10 (10 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: BBC
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.3957
- Languages:
Cast & Crew
Bertie Carvel
as Narrator (voice)
Penny Patterson
as Self
Robin Williams
as Self
Koko
as Self
Leonardo DiCaprio
as Self
Peter Gabriel
as Self
Isabella Rossellini
as Self
William Shatner
as Self
Sting
as Self
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People?▼
Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People is a Documentary, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 2016-06-15.
Who are the main actors in Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People?▼
The main cast includes Bertie Carvel, Penny Patterson, Robin Williams, Koko, Leonardo DiCaprio, .
Where can I watch Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People is available.
Is Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People?▼
Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People has an IMDb rating of 7.6/10 based on 10 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People?▼
The soundtrack was composed by BBC. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People filmed?▼
Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People?▼
The total runtime of Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People is 58 minutes.
Is Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People.
Does Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks to People have a post-credit scene?▼
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