The First Signs of Washoe
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Synopsis
The First Signs of Washoe is a 1974 documentary from the PBS series Nova that chronicles Project Washoe, an experiment raising a wild-born chimpanzee using American Sign Language. The film demonstrates how Washoe acquired spontaneous signing and conceptual combinations, challenging the traditional scientific consensus that language is uniquely human.
Details
- May 5, 1974
- Released
- PBS
- 1h
Where to watch
No known streaming options in United States.
