With a little over 2yrs of film, this documentary captures what life is like for a troop of toque macaques in the jungle of Sri Lanka. Detailing the struggles of hierarchy that is all too reminiscent of the social structure of humans. Following the life of Maya and her new son Kip as they go through life on the bottom only to rise to the top with newly crowned alpha male Raja.
Filmmakers did very little staging to complete this film and were helped by Dr. Wolfgang Dittus who acted as consultant and helped detail the interactions and activity that took place putting together a wonderful story of struggle, achievement, & the importance of family.
Must watch for children of all ages!
Filmmakers did very little staging to complete this film and were helped by Dr. Wolfgang Dittus who acted as consultant and helped detail the interactions and activity that took place putting together a wonderful story of struggle, achievement, & the importance of family.
Must watch for children of all ages!