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Genetic scientist Edward Forester (Charles Dance) successfully breeds a human-gorilla hybrid baby called Gor. But he becomes emotionally attached to the child and is unable to destroy it. So he hides Gor, passing him off as his adopted son, whilst going to painstaking lengths to teach him to walk and talk. As Gor grows up, the .. Read more
| Starring | Charles Dance, Philip Madoc, Gabrielle Anwar, Jamie Foster |
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| Director | Philip Saville |
| Genres | Drama |
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Genetic scientist Edward Forester (Charles Dance) successfully breeds a human-gorilla hybrid baby called Gor. But he becomes emotionally attached to the child and is unable to destroy it. So he hides Gor, passing him off as his adopted son, whilst going to painstaking lengths to teach him to walk and talk. As Gor grows up, the practical, emotional and moral consequences of Edward’s decision lead inexorably to tragedy. Based on the Maureen Duffy novel GOR SAGA.
| Starring | Charles Dance, Philip Madoc, Gabrielle Anwar, Jamie Foster, Julie Peasgood |
|---|---|
| Director | Philip Saville |
| Studio | 2 ENTERTAIN VIDEO |
| Run time | DVD: 2 hrs 30 mins |
| Certificate | |
| Genres | Drama |
| Language | DVD: English |
| Released | Production year: 1988 To Rent: DVD: 24 Jul 2006 |
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Engrossing science drama
Brilliantly topical drama about a man who crosses gorilla and human dna to produce a hybrid. Charles Dance is excellent as the scientist. There is real ... read more »
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Still excellent after all these years
Some very pertinent issues are explored in this BBC adaptation from yesteryear. Originally a 3 part series, for some reason it has been fused into a single ... read more »
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Dated but enjoyable
Very long but interesting film - looks very dated now. But the subject matter is very relevant today given the advances in genetic engineering. If you like ... read more »
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very poorly done and dull
Interesting topic, but dreadfully done.
The plot line was highly unrealistic and despite cramming in so much was increadibly dull. Any scientific ... read more »