Disenchanted Forest
Synopsis
We call them o-rang-u-tans, which literally means "forest persons" in the Malay and Indonesian languages. They are the only great apes native to Asia. Of all the apes, they are the closest to man in genetic makeup. And they face extinction. Two years in the making, the film is an intimate portrayal of the world of orangutans, the threats to their survival and the people committed to help them thrive. The film focuses on a recent discovery that orangutans do not rely on animal instinct for survival, but instead have a culture that they have preserved from generation to generation.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 14, 2002
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sarita Siegel
- Screenplay & Story
- Sarita Siegel
- Original Title
- Disenchanted Forest
- Country of Origin
- Indonesia, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- Collective Eye Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sarita Siegel
Sarita Siegel
Greg Snider, Amy Young
Taggart Siegel
Department Leadership Roster
Sarita Siegel
Director
Greg Snider
Editor
Taggart Siegel
Producer
Amy Young
Editor
Sarita Siegel
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Disenchanted Forest
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Disenchanted Forest about?
We call them o-rang-u-tans, which literally means "forest persons" in the Malay and Indonesian languages. They are the only great apes native to Asia. Of all the apes, they are the closest to man in genetic makeup. And they face extinction. Two years in the making, the film is an intimate portrayal of the world of orangutans, the threats to their survival and the people committed to help them thrive. The film focuses on a recent discovery that orangutans do not rely on animal instinct for survival, but instead have a culture that they have preserved from generation to generation.
Who directed Disenchanted Forest?
Disenchanted Forest was directed by Sarita Siegel.
Who stars in Disenchanted Forest?
The principal cast of Disenchanted Forest includes Brooke Shields, Anne Russon, Willie Smits, Carl Van Schaik.
When was Disenchanted Forest released and how long is it?
Disenchanted Forest was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 52m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Disenchanted Forest?
Disenchanted Forest holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).