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Ape Man (2017) is a curious exploration of identity and evolution. The film’s atmosphere feels almost claustrophobic, as our protagonist grapples with Darwin’s theories through his own bizarre transformation. Watching old films on TV, he’s haunted, or maybe enlightened, by an ape-like doppelgänger. The pacing is deliberate, allowing you to linger on the unsettling themes of nature versus nurture. The practical effects, while not groundbreaking, have a raw charm that adds to the film's oddity. It's not about flashy performances, but rather a layered study of self that unfolds slowly, almost dreamlike. There’s something distinctly off-kilter about it, a sense of lurking dread wrapped in a philosophical quandary that sticks with you long after the credits roll.
Unique take on Darwin's theoriesAtmospheric and thought-provokingInteresting use of old film clips
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Jason Wade Hammonds
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