The lonely survival of Asia's only remaining great ape
In short: Actress Michelle Yeoh travels to the Malaysian rainforest to witness the precarious existence of the orangutan. This expedition illustrates why such 'persons of the forest' represent some of the planet's most threatened primates and identifies actions required to stop their disappearance.
Orangutans were once found across a vast range from China to Java, but they are now restricted to the islands of Sumatra and Borneo. As the only great apes native to Asia, they face severe threats that have left them critically endangered.
The film explores the dedicated work of local Malaysians and international conservationists who manage wildlife sanctuaries. By meeting these experts, Yeoh highlights the ongoing battle to safeguard the species amidst the stunning but fragile beauty of the Malaysian rainforest.
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