With the increasing number of films shedding light on topics such as veganism, animal rights, health, and the environment, several well-kept secrets about the animal agriculture industry are becoming exposed. Here is a selection of thought-provoking, informative, and deeply touching documentaries that show us what goes on in the industry and invite us to question our own roles.
Grab some popcorn, keep an open mind, take a deep breath, and prepare to watch something for Veganuary that just might change your life!
1. Dominion
Focuses on: Animal Exploitation / Ethics
https://www.dominionmovement.com/watch
Narrated by Joaquin Phoenix, this powerful exposé of the grim reality of animal agriculture captured by drones, hidden and handheld cameras, encourages us to question the morality and validity of mankind’s dominion over the animal kingdom. While the film mainly focuses on how animals are used for food, it also throws a spotlight on other ways animals are exploited and abused by humans, including clothing, entertainment and research. A must-watch, however heart wrenching it might be!
India: The Land of Ahimsa is a similar documentary set in the Indian context, exposing the cruel underbelly of animal farming that Indians refuse to see. This documentary was released in November, 2022. Watch it here.
2. The Game Changers
Focuses on: Fitness
https://gamechangersmovie.com/
With a stunning executive production team including Arnold Schwarzenegger, James Cameron, Jackie Chan, Lewis Hamilton, and Novak Djokovic, this film explores the world of plant-based eating, protein, and strength. It provides real-world evidence that many of the world’s high-performing athletes thrive on a plant-based diet. This documentary is one of TeamCow’s top recommendations for this Veganuary!
3. What The Health
Focuses on: Health
https://www.whatthehealthfilm.com/
An investigative film that examines both the link between diet and disease, and the food systems endorsed by governments and corporations in healthcare, pharmaceutical and food industries. What The Health comments on the corruption and collusion that causes large segments of the population to remain unhealthy.
4. Cowspiracy
Focuses on: Environment
https://www.cowspiracy.com/
An award-winning documentary which explores the impact of the most environmentally destructive industry on the planet: animal agriculture. Kip Anderson, through a series of explorative interviews, reveals how corporations refuse to discuss the issue of animal agriculture, while industry whistleblowers warn him of the threats to his freedom and even his life if he dares to persist.
5. Seaspiracy
Focuses on: Marine Ecology
https://www.seaspiracy.org/
Kip Anderson’s sequel to Cowspiracy, this film sheds light on the alarming and lesser known truths about widespread destruction of our oceans caused by human behaviour. From plastics and fishing lines polluting the waters, to the irreparable damage of bottom trawling, illegal fishing and devastating hunting practices, Seaspiracy examines the ways in which humanity is wreaking havoc on the marine ecosystem.
The common message in all these films is that veganism is an all-encompassing solution. If you are eager to give it a try, TeamCow is here to make the journey easier for you than ever before. Download the HappyCow app so you can discover vegan food near you effortlessly, and join our thriving global community.
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