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Acclaimed documentary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman analyzes the interrelation between animals and their human captors at Miami's Metro Zoo. Looking past the chipper veneer of zoos as venues for childhood wonderment, Wiseman probes the institutional machinations behind the exhibitions, from the dedicated veterinarians and zookeepers who care for the animals to the administrative staff who are tasked with their ethical, technological and financial upkeep.

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Lisa Nesselson Variety Even though zookeepers procure the grub, anyone who's forgotten that some animals eat others is in for a pointed refresher course. Oct 18, 2018 Full Review Walter Goodman New York Times Among the big scenes in "Zoo" are the stillbirth of a rhinoceros, the egg-laying of a crocodile, the tooth-cleaning of a gorilla and the hunt for a pit bull who killed some deer. Dec 11, 2017 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Wiseman uses no narration. The realities of the zoo animals and the people who care for them are presented with no editorial viewpoint. It makes for interesting insight into the true "zoo" experience for both the animals and their caretakers. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/21/23 Full Review Audience Member i dont know what movie the other reviewer watched but its docudrama a Seattle man who died after anal sex with a horse. i must say its a beautifully shot film that trys to make sense of this crazy ass story. highly recommended! Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/25/23 Full Review Audience Member Another shocking Wiseman doc, this time about the zoo and its inhabitants and animals. Ever wondered what went on behind animal bars? Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/14/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Acclaimed documentary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman analyzes the interrelation between animals and their human captors at Miami's Metro Zoo. Looking past the chipper veneer of zoos as venues for childhood wonderment, Wiseman probes the institutional machinations behind the exhibitions, from the dedicated veterinarians and zookeepers who care for the animals to the administrative staff who are tasked with their ethical, technological and financial upkeep.
Director
Frederick Wiseman
Producer
Frederick Wiseman
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (DVD)
Dec 1, 2015
Runtime
2h 10m