Animal Behavior (1989)
A very funny movie about getting serious.
Biologist Alex Brisco develops a new method to communicate with chimpanzees. Instead of using machines, she teaches the chimps simple sign language. Her research is overlooked by ignorant colleagues, but one man, Mark, a cellist, helps Alex with her research.
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Karen AllenAlex Bristow
Armand AssanteMark Mathias
Josh MostelMel Gorsky
Holly HunterCoral Grable
Richard LibertiniDoctor Parrish
Joyce BrothersHerselfAlexa Kenin
Alice DrummondSite Committee
Nan MartinMrs. NortonKeywords
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Genre affinityComedy · RomanceTheme affinityWoman DirectorMood preferenceRomanceDialogue densityComedyPacingShortEmotional intensityRomance
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Frequently asked questions about Animal Behavior
What is Animal Behavior about?
Biologist Alex Brisco develops a new method to communicate with chimpanzees. Instead of using machines, she teaches the chimps simple sign language. Her research is overlooked by ignorant colleagues, but one man, Mark, a cellist, helps Alex with her research.
How long is Animal Behavior?
Animal Behavior has a runtime of 85 minutes.