A "silverback gorilla" refers to the adult male gorilla that is the leader or dominant member of a group of gorillas. They are called silverback gorillas because as they age, the hair on their back turns silver in color. Full definition
primatologist named Davis Okoye (Dwayne Johnson), is someone who keeps people at a distance but shares an unshakable bond with George, the extraordinarily intelligent, incredibly rare albino silverback gorilla who ha (nextbestpicture.com)
Johnson stars as primatologist Davis Okoye, a man who keeps people at a distance but shares an unshakable bond with George, the extraordinarily intelligent, incredibly rare albino silverback gorilla who has been in his care since he rescued the young orphan from poachers. (comicbook.com)
The video game inspired monster movie follows Davis Okoye (Dwayne Johnson), a dedicated primatologist that looks after and takes care of a rare albino silverback gorilla named George. (weliveentertainment.com)