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08/12/20091h 30m$90K Worldwide GrossUnited States of America

The Human Ape

Human Ape

“The Human Ape”

Synopsis

Human Ape[1] is a National Geographic documentary film on the genetic and evolutionary origins of human behavior, and covers the genetic and behavioural similarities and differences between humans and other great apes. The award-winning independent production company Pioneer Productions of London was commissioned by National Geographic Channels International to produce Human Ape.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Type: Trailer • Published 2008-06-26

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedBlockbuster Success (9x ROI)

Production Budget

$10K

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$90K

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

9x

+$80K net gain

Theatrical Status

Mega Hit

Box office tier

Budget: $10KWorldwide: $90K

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Martin Gorst
Screenplay & Story
Yavar Abbas
Original Title
Human Ape
Country of Origin
United States of America
Release Date
08/12/2009
Spoken Languages
English, Persian
Runtime
1h 30m
Production Budget
$10K
Worldwide Gross
$90K
Production Studios
National Geographic

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Martin Gorst

Screenplay & Story

Yavar Abbas

Film Editing

Rod Iverson

Department Leadership Roster

Yavar Abbas

Writer

Rod Iverson

Editor

Martin Gorst

Director

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What is The Human Ape about?

Human Ape[1] is a National Geographic documentary film on the genetic and evolutionary origins of human behavior, and covers the genetic and behavioural similarities and differences between humans and other great apes. The award-winning independent production company Pioneer Productions of London was commissioned by National Geographic Channels International to produce Human Ape.

Who directed The Human Ape?

The Human Ape was directed by Martin Gorst.

Who stars in The Human Ape?

The principal cast of The Human Ape includes J.Lee.

When was The Human Ape released and how long is it?

The Human Ape was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.

What was the box office and production budget of The Human Ape?

The Human Ape had a reported production budget of $10K and grossed $90K at the worldwide box office (9 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).