A documentary for viewers of all ages about the thinking and feeling side of animals that are all too often viewed as food. Jeffrey Masson leads viewers through the personal journey he underwent while writing The Pig Who Sang to the Moon. It brings Masson to animal sanctuaries around the country where caregivers and the animals themselves tell their harrowing stories of rescue and escape. Masson delves into the rich ancestry of these curious and intelligent animals and interviews top experts in animal behavior who offer scientific perspectives on these amazing creatures.
Writing
Masson's poetic narration elevates barnyard to sacred.
Cinematography
Intimate close-ups that demand eye contact.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Released when 'vegan' was still a punchline; helped mainstream animal sentience discourse.
Masson's book title comes from a real pig who literally hummed to the moon at night.
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