Top Documentaries
The need for change is very real . Films to make you think and feel
There's a great variety of documentaries out there to
inspire, entertain and educate - and some that might
just keep you thinking long after the credits have rolled.
So whatever your reasons for considering a cruelty-free
life, the films below have got you more than covered.
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Earthlings www.nationearth.com "This absolute must-see film is a truthful and disturbing look at how we use and abuse animals on this planet - ranging from factory farms and circuses to laboratories and the oceans." Trailer ⤅ |
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Cowspiracy www.cowspiracy.com "Follow the filmmaker as he uncovers the most destructive industry facing the planet today, and investigates why the world's leading environmental organizations are too afraid to talk about it." Trailer ⤅ |
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Forks over Knives www.forksoverknives.com "Addresses the staggering number of health problems (and the simple solutions to them) arising from a standard American diet laden with animals products. A film that could save your life!" Trailer ⤅ |
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Food Inc. www.foodincmovie.co.uk "This oscar nominated film offers a shocking insight into how our food system is controlled by a few at the expense of the many. A truly eye-opening documentary" Trailer ⤅ |
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Vegucated www.getvegucated.com "Part sociological experiment and part adventure comedy, Vegucated follows three meat and cheese loving New Yorkers who agree to adopt a vegan diet for six weeks." Trailer ⤅ |
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Speciesism: The Movie www.speciesismthemovie.com "For those unfamiliar with speciesism, there may be no more enjoyable introduction. And for those searching for a way to introduce friends and family to the deeper questions, this film may be the perfect solution." Trailer ⤅ |
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What the Health www.whatthehealthfilm.com "From the makers of 'Cowspiracy' comes a film that uncovers how to prevent and even reverse chronic diseases, also investigating why the nation's leading health organizations don't want people to know about it." Trailer ⤅ |
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Dominion www.dominionmovement.com "This incredibly powerful film exposes the dark underbelly of modern animal agriculture through drones, hidden and handheld cameras, exploring the morality and validity of our dominion over the animal kingdom." Watch it in full here ⤅ |
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Carnage www.simonamstell.com "This excellent mockumentary is set in a vegan Britain of the year 2067, as people look back in disbelief to a time when people killed and ate animals" Trailer ⤅ |
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The Game
Changers www.gamechangersmovie.com "Follow the story of James Wilks, an elite special forces trainer and winner of The Ultimate Fighter, as he uncovers the truth behind the pervasive myth that meat is needed to be 'manly' or athletic." Trailer ⤅ |
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Land of Hope
and Glory www.landofhopeandglory.org "The 'UK Earthlings' helps expose the hidden truth behind UK animal farming featuring approximately one hundred facilities across the country using never before seen undercover footage." Watch it in full here ⤅ |
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Blackfish www.blackfishmovie.com "Everyone should see this movie to learn the truth about orcas in captivity. It's a terrifying, heartbreaking, well-constructed argument and the images and interviews will haunt you." Trailer ⤅ |
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The Ghosts in our Machine www.theghostsinourmachine.com "The Ghosts in Our Machine is a powerful, disturbing and sometimes hopeful meditation on our relationship with the creatures we love, consume, control and abuse." Trailer ⤅ |
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The Cove www.thecovemovie.com "This remarkable, consciousness- raising documentary chronicles efforts to film a dolphin slaughter that takes place regularly in Taiji, Japan, far away from public view, where thousands of dolphins are brutally massacred." Trailer ⤅ |
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Simply Raw: Reversing diabetes in 30 days www.rawfor30days.com "Six Americans with diabetes switch to a diet consisting entirely of vegan, organic, uncooked food in order to reverse the disease without without pharmaceutical medication." Watch it in full here ⤅ |
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Peaceable.Kingdom www.peaceablekingdomfilm.org "An incredibly touching story of transformation and healing that explores the awakening conscience of people raised in a traditional farming culture but who've come to question the basic assumptions of their way of life." Trailer ⤅ |
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Racing Extinction www.racingextinction.com "Scientists believe that, due to human activity, we are now entering the sixth mass extinction event in earth's history. An unlikely team of activists and innovators hatch a bold mission to help save our endangered species." Trailer ⤅ |
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Lucent www.aussiepigs.com/lucent "Through a combination of hand- held and hidden camera footage, Lucent explores the darker side of Australia's pig farming industry, highlighting the day-to-day cruelty accepted by the industry as standard practice." Watch it in full here ⤅ |
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Farm to Fridge "For a film that's just under twelve minutes long, this disturbing and powerful look at reality behind the animal exploitation industries will likely stay with you a whole lot longer than it's running time." Watch it in full here ⤅ |
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Live and Let Live www.letlivefilm.com/en/ "Live and Let Live is a feature documentary examining our relationship with animals, the history of veganism and the ethical, environmental and health reasons that move people to go vegan." Trailer ⤅ |
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The Last Pig www.thelastpig.com "Journey into the life of a pig farmer as he grapples with death, searches for compassion, and finally finds the courage to change. These pigs will be the last he ever sends to the slaughterhouse" Trailer ⤅ |
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Seaspiracy www.instagram.com/seaspiracy "This short but highly informative film shows the various negative impacts our never ending desire for seafood is having on the oceans, the sea animals and the eco systems that help maintain all life on earth." Trailer ⤅ |
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Vegan: Everyday Stories www.veganmovie.org "A feature-length documentary that explores the lives of four remarkably different people who share a common thread - they're all vegan." Watch it in full here ⤅ |
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Eating You Alive www.eatingyoualive.com "Doctors, nutritionists and those who have successfully changed their habits help reveal the truth behind why Americans are so sick and what we can do about it." Trailer ⤅ |
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Fiona Oakes:
For the Animals www.fionaoakesfoundation.co.uk/about "A short documentary showing the inspirational story of record- breaking marathon runner and farm animal sanctuary owner Fiona Oakes." Watch it in full here ⤅ |
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From The
Ground Up www.fromthegroundupfilm.com "As a former meat-eating football player meets with plant-based elite competitors, a story about food and sport expands to confront the social norms and far-reaching impacts of our food choices." Trailer ⤅ |
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"Only when we have become nonviolent towards all life
will we have learned to live well with others."
- César Chávez
will we have learned to live well with others."
- César Chávez
