Why Dogs Smile and Chimpanzees Cry

Year: 1999

Runtime: 100 mins

Language: English

Director: Carol L. Fleisher

Documentary

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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