Human Nature
2001 · 1h 36m · Comedy, Drama · France, United States of America · Rated R (US)
In the Interest of Civilization… Conform.
Obsessive scientist Nathan and his lover, the naturalist Lila, discover Puff: a man born and raised in the wild. As Nathan trains the wild man in the civilized ways of the world, Lila fights to preserve the man’s natural state. In the power struggle that ensues, an unusual love triangle emerges.
Directed by
Michel GondryWritten by
Charlie Kaufman6.0Smart score
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