Douglas Preston

Come in-if you dare. The opening-night gala for a new exhibit at Chicago's natural history museum is under way. But be advised: something terrifying wants to make sure no one ever leaves. (Paramount)

Hugo Archibald (Guest) is a doctor and brings home a wide variety of exotic animal species. The latest animal he brings home is a chimpanzee named Jennie. Jennie is unique in that she is learning to use and understand sign language. Jennie becomes an important part of Archibald family and Dr. Archibald's son, Andrew (Linz), develops a close relationship with her. (wikipedia)

In the remote Oregon wilderness, a 50-year drought combined with acres of dry timber threatens to become a "superfire" -- the world's worst case of ravaging fury, with enough devastating force to rival an atomic bomb and the ability to burn 10 square miles in 2 minutes. With an entire town standing squarely in the fire's path, it's up to an elite force of smokejumpers and tanker pilots to provide a thin line of defense from the fiery armageddon.