The Ape Star
Apstjärnan
Synopsis
The orphan Jonna is longing for a mother. One day, an old car stops outside the orphanage and out steps a gorilla that picks Jonna for adoption. It soon becomes clear that they have more things in common than they initially thought. When they start becoming a family, Tord from the local authorities shows up and threatens to send Jonna back to the orphanage.
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APE STAR - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-08-11
Top Cast
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Pernilla August
Gorilla (voice)
Rebecca Gerstmann
Jonna (voice)
Stellan Skarsgård
Tord Fjordmark (voice)
Melinda Kinnaman
Gerd (voice)
Jack Bergenholtz
Tova Magnusson
Simon Norrthon
Omid Khansari
Gunnar Bohlin
Per Broman
Rose Alloing
Frida Bargo
Jack Bergenholz
Linda Hambäck
Liv Källskog-Öjve
Petter Lindblad
Tania Naranjo
Agnes Sundberg
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 13, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 15, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Linda Hambäck
- Screenplay & Story
- Janne Vierth, Frida Nilsson
- Original Score
- Tania Naranjo, Minna Weurlander
- Original Title
- Apstjärnan
- Country of Origin
- Denmark, Norway, Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Swedish
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- LEE Film, Mikrofilm, Nørlum, Film i Väst, SVT
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Linda Hambäck
Janne Vierth, Frida Nilsson
Tania Naranjo, Minna Weurlander
Gabriel Mkrttchian
Ulf Flittig Tønder, Linda Hambäck
Linda Hambäck, Petter Lindblad
Department Leadership Roster
Linda Hambäck
Director
Janne Vierth
Writer
Linda Hambäck
Producer
Petter Lindblad
Producer
Ulf Flittig Tønder
Editor
Linda Hambäck
Editor
Gabriel Mkrttchian
Director of Photography
Tania Naranjo
Original Music Composer
Minna Weurlander
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ape Star
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What is The Ape Star about?
The orphan Jonna is longing for a mother. One day, an old car stops outside the orphanage and out steps a gorilla that picks Jonna for adoption. It soon becomes clear that they have more things in common than they initially thought. When they start becoming a family, Tord from the local authorities shows up and threatens to send Jonna back to the orphanage.
Who directed The Ape Star?
The Ape Star was directed by Linda Hambäck.
Who stars in The Ape Star?
The principal cast of The Ape Star includes Pernilla August, Rebecca Gerstmann, Stellan Skarsgård, Melinda Kinnaman, Jack Bergenholtz.
When was The Ape Star released and how long is it?
The Ape Star was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for The Ape Star?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Ape Star was composed by Tania Naranjo, Minna Weurlander.
Is The Ape Star based on a book or true story?
The Ape Star is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Frida Nilsson".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Ape Star?
The Ape Star holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).