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Capturing the Killer Croc
“DEEP IN THE HEART OF AFRICA, A KILLER IS ON THE LOOSE”
8.0 / 10• 2004• 56m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
Over a 10-year period, more than 300 people disappeared from the area surrounding Tanzania's Lake Tanganyika. At first, the disappearances were attributed to a serial killer or tribal warfare, but scientists eventually discovered that the culprit was a huge, man-eating crocodile dubbed "Gustave." This fascinating PBS documentary chronicles scientists' efforts to trap Gustave and move him to a nature preserve before he strikes again.
Cast & Crew
Gustave the Crocodile
Self
LeadGG
Gary Granville
Narrator (voice)
PF
Patrice Faye
Self
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. the director's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Capturing the Killer Croc is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
