Primate
Synopsis
Realist documentarian Frederick Wiseman hones his lens on the inmates of the Yerkes Primate Research Center in Atlanta, GA. A representative scientist explains the aims and outcomes of the organization, describing the mating habits and relationships of the animals.
Release History & Theatrical Window
DMZ International Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
December 5, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frederick Wiseman
- Original Title
- Primate
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Zipporah Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frederick Wiseman
William Brayne
Frederick Wiseman
Frederick Wiseman
Department Leadership Roster
William Brayne
Director of Photography
Frederick Wiseman
Director
Frederick Wiseman
Producer
Frederick Wiseman
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Primate
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What is Primate about?
Realist documentarian Frederick Wiseman hones his lens on the inmates of the Yerkes Primate Research Center in Atlanta, GA. A representative scientist explains the aims and outcomes of the organization, describing the mating habits and relationships of the animals.
Who directed Primate?
Primate was directed by Frederick Wiseman.
Who stars in Primate?
The principal cast of Primate includes Not specified.
When was Primate released and how long is it?
Primate was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.