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Sentient

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A thought-provoking exploration into the world of laboratory research on animals examined through the vulnerable confessions and complex emotions of scientific experts on both sides of the debate. Following the story of Dr. Lisa Jones Engel, a primatologist turned animal welfare advocate, it asks 'Can we still justify animal testing in the name of science?'

Critics Reviews

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Sara Clements Next Best Picture 20h
7/10
The film’s real strength lies in its refusal to point fingers, instead offering a heartfelt look at the heavy emotional toll this work takes on both the animals and the people who care for them. Go to Full Review Brian Farvour The Playlist 1d
A+
In the best possible way, director Tony Jones has created the documentary version of a car crash; you don’t want to look, but you can’t bring yourself to look away. Go to Full Review Matt Oakes Silver Screen Riot 1d
B-
It’s soul-rattling stuff, enough to make any viewer wonder: how far are we willing to go, and what are we willing to become, in the name of "bettering" the human race? Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Tony Jones

Director

Tony Jones

Screenwriter

Rachel Grierson-Johns

Screenwriter

Ivan O'Mahoney

Producer

Sarah Ferguson

Executive Producer

Andy Taylor

Cinematographer
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Movie Info

Synopsis A thought-provoking exploration into the world of laboratory research on animals examined through the vulnerable confessions and complex emotions of scientific experts on both sides of the debate. Following the story of Dr. Lisa Jones Engel, a primatologist turned animal welfare advocate, it asks 'Can we still justify animal testing in the name of science?'
Director
Tony Jones
Producer
Ivan O'Mahoney
Screenwriter
Tony Jones, Rachel Grierson-Johns
Production Co
In Films
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 46m