Product Reviews

Earthlings

Review by Cynthia Mosher

Narrated by Academy Award nominee Joaquin Phoenix, this film is definitely not for the faint-hearted. There are many disturbing images so if you cannot handle that sort of thing, or are thinking to show it to a child, be forewarned.

That said, the educational factor that Earthlings carries is tremendous. You come away from it feeling the need to do something, teach people, spread the word to the world of the injustices to animals committed everywhere by everyone and industries beyond food production. It covers five main topics - Pets, Food, Clothing, Entertainment, and Science - each one challenging you to rethink the they way you live, the thinks you enjoy, and the products you purchase.

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The conclusion of the film brings animals into the focus of their presence on Earth as earthlings - a presence that we as humans share and live. To accord animals the same respect, care and kindness that we do ourselves and other humans is to embrace them as earthlings and rethink our lives and theirs.

Do you know someone who needs to be educated about the plight of animals? This film would make a great gift of knowledge and advocacy. Buy Earthlings for yourself and for your friend.

View the trailer

Watch an interview with Shaun Monson, the director of Earthlings.

Cynthia Mosher is the Editor of VegFamily, the Magazine for Vegan Family Living.

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