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Project Nim 2011

In the 1970s, a chimpanzee named Nim becomes the subject of a pioneering experiment designed to explore language acquisition and the boundaries of what it means to be human. Raised within a family setting, Nim’s development is closely observed, leading to surprising insights into both his cognitive abilities and the complexities of human nature. The film offers a compelling and often humorous look at the profound connection between humans and animals, raising questions about intelligence, communication, and the essence of personhood.

In the 1970s, a chimpanzee named Nim becomes the subject of a pioneering experiment designed to explore language acquisition and the boundaries of what it means to be human. Raised within a family setting, Nim’s development is closely observed, leading to surprising insights into both his cognitive abilities and the complexities of human nature. The film offers a compelling and often humorous look at the profound connection between humans and animals, raising questions about intelligence, communication, and the essence of personhood.

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Ratings and Reviews for Project Nim

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Metacritic

83

Metascore

7.5

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
review

97%

TOMATOMETER

review

84%

User Score

IMDb

7.4 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

68

%

User Score

Letterboxd

3.7

From 3 fan ratings

Movie Insider

3.25/5

From 4 fan ratings

Awards & Nominations for Project Nim

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65th British Academy Film Awards 2012

Nomination

Best Documentary

17th Critics' Choice Awards 2012

Nomination

Best Documentary Feature

64th Directors Guild of America Awards 2012

James Marsh
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Documentaries

James Marsh

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Cars Featured in Project Nim

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Acura

1992

Integra

Audi

2006

A3

BMW

5 E39

BMW

1997

5 E39

Buick

1997

Century

Chevrolet

2010

Cobalt

Dodge

2005

Grand Caravan

Ford

1998

Crown Victoria

Ford

2008

E-Series

Ford

2001

Ranger

Project Nim Themes and Keywords

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Project Nim Other Names and Titles

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