# Virunga (2014)

> An urgent documentary follows Virunga's rangers as they defend mountain gorillas and a precious Congolese ecosystem amid rebellion, poaching, and resource exploitation.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/152491

## Facts

- Runtime: 100 min
- Genres: Documentary, War
- Director: Orlando von Einsiedel
- Cast: André Bauma, Emmanuel de Merode, Mélanie Gouby, Rodrigue Mugaruka Katembo, Vianney Kazarama
- TMDB rating: 7.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3455224/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: urgent, harrowing, compassionate, environmental awareness viewing, documentary night

## Synopsis

In the heart of Africa, a team of dedicated rangers fights to protect endangered gorillas amidst chaos.

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