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Krippendorf's Tribe (1998)

"He's discovered the wildest tribe in his own backyard!"

4.619981h 34mEN
ComedyFamily

Directed by Todd Holland

Rating

4.6/10

Runtime

1h 34m

Language

EN

Release

February 27, 1998

Director

Todd Holland

Official Trailer

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Overview

After squandering his grant money, despondent and recently widowed anthropologist James Krippendorf must produce hard evidence of the existence of a heretofore undiscovered New Guinea tribe. Grass skirts, makeup, and staged rituals transform his three troubled children into the Shelmikedmu, a primit...

Cast

Richard Dreyfuss

Richard Dreyfuss

Prof. Krippendorf

Jenna Elfman

Jenna Elfman

Veronica

Zakes Mokae

Zakes Mokae

Sulukim

Siobhan Fallon Hogan

Siobhan Fallon Hogan

Lori

Natasha Lyonne

Natasha Lyonne

Shelly

Gregory Smith

Gregory Smith

Mickey

Lily Tomlin

Lily Tomlin

Ruth Allen

Stephen Root

Stephen Root

Gerald Adams

Elaine Stritch

Elaine Stritch

Irene Hargrove

Mila Kunis

Mila Kunis

Abbey Tournquist

David Ogden Stiers

David Ogden Stiers

Henry Spivey

Doris Belack

Doris Belack

President Porter

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Krippendorf's Tribe (1998), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

After squandering his grant money, despondent and recently widowed anthropologist James Krippendorf must produce hard evidence of the existence of a heretofore undiscovered New Guinea tribe. Grass skirts, makeup, and staged rituals transform his three troubled children into the Shelmikedmu, a primitive culture whose habits enthrall scholars. But when a spiteful rival threatens to blow the whistle on Krippendorf's ruse, he gets into the act as well.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Krippendorf's Tribe. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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