''The Urban Gorilla'' is a 1991 documentary television film from National Geographic Explorer and ArgoFilms. The film explores the lives of gorillas in an urban environment. ''The Urban Gorilla'' was narrated by

Glenn Close Glenn Close (born March 19, 1947) is an American actress. Throughout her career spanning over four decades, Close has garnered numerous accolades, including two Screen Actors Guild Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, three Primetime Emmy Awards ...

and shot by Robert Collins. The film was directed, produced, and written by

Allison Argo Allison Argo (born December 23, 1953) is an American film producer, director, writer, editor, and narrator. She is best known for her documentaries that focus on endangered wildlife and conservation. Her films have received awards including six ...

. This was the first film that Argo produced. The film was directly inspired by a gorilla named Ivan, who is featured in the documentary. ''The Urban Gorilla'' was nominated for two national Emmys and won duPont Columbia Award for journalism,

Genesis Award The Genesis Awards are awarded annually by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) to individuals in the major news and entertainment media for producing outstanding works which raise public awareness of animal issues. Presented by the HSUS ...

, Christopher Columbus Award, and Worldfest Houston. The film also received the first Best Newcomer Award from the

Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival Jackson Wild, formerly Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival, is a film festival turned nonprofit organization founded in 1991. Jackson Wild is based in Jackson Hole in the state of Wyoming, USA. The organization is primarily known for the annual Ja ...

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* 1991 documentary films National Geographic Society films 1991 television films 1991 films Films about gorillas 1990s American films {{sci-documentary-film-stub