Three years of filming reveal the actions of animal rights activists who break into laboratories to document animal cruelty.
“The Story of the People Who Risk Everything to Save Animals”
Synopsis
Three years of filming reveal the actions of animal rights activists who break into laboratories to document animal cruelty.
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Synopsis
Melanie Arnold, an animal rights activist, reflects on her past as she faces the consequences of her actions. After serving nearly 11 years in prison for breaking into a laboratory, she re-enters a world where animal cruelty persists. The film follows Arnold and other activists from the Animal Liberation Front as they take direct action to expose the treatment of animals in various facilities. Producer Shannon Keith captures their motivations and the ethical dilemmas they confront in their fight for animal rights.
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Why Watch
- Meet Melanie Arnold, an activist who committed arson for animal rights.
- Find out why Shannon Keith believes laws must be broken for change.
- See footage of animal treatment in laboratories.
Did You Know
- The film took three years to complete, from filming to editing.
- Melanie Arnold, featured in the film, set fire to a slaughterhouse.
- Shannon Keith, the director, is an animal rights lawyer.
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Who directed the documentary Behind the Mask?
Shannon Keith directed the documentary Behind the Mask.
What is the runtime of the documentary Behind the Mask?
The runtime of Behind the Mask is 72 minutes.
What organization is associated with the documentary's producer Shannon Keith?
Shannon Keith owns Uncaged Films and ARME (Animal Rescue, Media & Education).
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