In the context of the movie "Anthropoid," the term "anthropoid" refers to a type of primate that includes monkeys, apes, and humans. The film, set during World War II, is based on Operation Anthropoid, the code name for the mission to assassinate Reinhard Heydrich, a high-ranking Nazi official. The operation was named "Anthropoid" as a reference to its ambitious and heroic nature, mirroring the qualities associated with primates in the human family tree. The film explores themes of bravery, sacrifice, and resistance against tyranny.

Yes, "Anthropoid" is based on a true story. The film recounts Operation Anthropoid, a covert mission during World War II in which Czechoslovak soldiers, Jan Kubiš and Jozef Gabčík, were tasked with assassinating high-ranking Nazi official Reinhard Heydrich, known as the "Butcher of Prague." The operation took place in 1942 and aimed to disrupt Nazi control in Czechoslovakia. The film portrays the challenges and consequences faced by the resistance fighters in their dangerous quest.

"Anthropoid" is a 2016 historical thriller directed by Sean Ellis, based on the true story of Operation Anthropoid, the assassination of Nazi official Reinhard Heydrich during World War II. The film has received generally positive reviews for its gripping narrative, strong performances (notably by Cillian Murphy and Jamie Dornan), and its intense, suspenseful portrayal of the mission. Critics praise its historical accuracy and emotional depth, although some viewers find it slow-paced. Overall, it appeals to those interested in war stories and historical dramas.

Yes, in biological terms, humans are classified as anthropoids. The term "anthropoid" refers to a group of primates that includes monkeys, apes, and humans. Specifically, humans belong to the suborder Haplorhini, which encompasses tarsiers and the simians (monkeys and apes). The movie "Anthropoid" is named after the code name for Operation Anthropoid, the mission to assassinate Nazi officer Reinhard Heydrich during World War II, and does not directly relate to the biological definition of anthropoids.