Why Dogs Smile and Chimpanzees Cry(1999)
9.0(1)1h 40m1999-01-01
Documentary
Overview
Is it human conceit to attribute emotions to animal actions, or are emotions basic to life on earth? Wildlife filmmakers and scientists make a convincing argument for the latter in this gripping film.
- Director:
- Carol L. Fleisher
- Writers:
- Paula Deats, Carol L. Fleisher
- Production:
- Discovery
- Status:
- Released
Cast
Sigourney Weaver
Narrator
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