Using 1960s footage shot by her future husband, famed nature photographer Hugo van Lawick, this new documentary places us right there wih a young Jane Goodall during her first experiences in Gombe with chimpanzees. Previously thought to be lost forever, the footage has been masterfully intercut with interviews of present day Goodall to provide an in-depth portrait of her life. With an enchanting score by Phillip Glass, JANE is a captivating look into how one woman can change the world through passion, dedication, and perseverance. "Builds to a rising crescendo that makes you feel like your heart is going to burst. The immense strength of this remarkable woman is on such powerful display that, twenty minutes into the film, tears welled from my eyes and did not stop, even after I left the theater." - Village Voice
"A triumph of filmmaking, and essential viewing for humans." - Austin Chronicle
"At its heart, Jane is a powerful feminist statement about a woman’s passion for and dedication to her career in the face of structural opposition." - Playlist
This is a wondrous and moving account of a remarkable life that puts us right there with Goodall to share directly in her discoveries." - Hollywood Reporter
SYNOPSIS: Jane is the story of how Jane Goodall became Jane Goodall, using footage shot by future husband Hugo van Lawick of her first experiences in Gombe, Tanzinia in the 1960s, intercut with present day interviews. Rated PG, 90 mins.
***Please note that NO OUTSIDE DRINKS OR FOOD are allowed inside Richards' Goat Tavern for legal reasons and violators of this rule may be banned from the theatre permanently. Cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages, popcorn, and cookies are available at the bar. If you are interested in one of our hot food specials, please show up at least 30 minutes early to finish it in the bar area, as hot food is not allowed inside the dark theatre for your safety. Thank you, see you at the movies!