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Why Dogs Smile and Chimpanzees Cry (1999) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1999 · 100 mins · English
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- Directed by
- Carol L. Fleisher
- Starring
- Sigourney Weaver
The film asks whether interpreting animal behavior as emotional is human arrogance or whether emotions are a universal aspect of life. Through striking footage and insights from wildlife filmmakers and leading scientists, it shows how dogs smile, chimpanzees mourn, and many species exhibit genuine feelings, making a persuasive case that emotions are fundamental to all living beings.
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