The Twelve Monkeys (film)

"The Twelve Monkeys" is a science fiction film directed by Terry Gilliam, released in 1995. It follows a convict named James Cole, who is sent back in time from a dystopian future ravaged by a deadly virus to gather information about its origin. His mission is to help scientists find a cure. As he struggles with time travel's complexities, he encounters various characters, including a woman named Jeffrey Goines, who challenges his perception of reality. The film explores themes of mental illness, fate, and the impact of human actions on the future, ultimately questioning the reliability of memory and time.