Universal Studios Home Entertainment has announced the Blu-ray release of director Michael Apted's
Gorillas in the Mist, which stars Sigourney Weaver as groundbreaking naturalist Dian Fossey. The Oscar-nominated drama arrives on January 7, 2014.
Official Synopsis: Nominated for five Academy Awards,
Gorillas in the Mist is the inspiring true story of young anthropologist Dian Fossey (Weaver) who travels to Africa to study rare mountain gorillas. As her interest quickly grows into an unwavering passion, not even her lover (Bryan Brown) can tear her away or stop her from risking her life to protect the gorillas from poachers and animal traders. Desperate to save her "family" from extinction, Fossey searches for justice in this unforgettable tale of one woman's incredible courage.
Gorillas in the Mist is presented in 1080p with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround. Extras include an Archival Featurette and the film's theatrical trailer.