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Original Film Title: If Pigs Could Talk
Director’s Name: Miki Mistrati
Writer’s Name: Miki Mistrati
Producer: Mette Nissen
Country of Origin: Germany
Country of Filming: Denmark, Germany, United Kingdom
Language: Danish, English, German
Runtime: 1 hour 14 minutes
Film Description:
Step into a world where pigs break their silence and reveal their inner lives in “If Pigs Could Talk.” This groundbreaking documentary offers a unique and unprecedented investigation, giving fattening pigs on farms a platform to communicate their thoughts and emotions about their experiences in captivity.
Utilising cutting-edge AI technology, an internationally renowned research group has deciphered the intricate language of pigs, interpreting their vocalisations in ways never before imagined. The film delves deep, capturing pig grunts from large-scale production facilities in Germany and Denmark. In a revealing blind test, researchers decode these sounds to gain genuine insights into the pigs’ perspectives on their living conditions and the gruelling journey of transportation.
This eye-opening exploration challenges our understanding of animal welfare and raises crucial ethical questions about the food industry. “If Pigs Could Talk” is a thought-provoking journey that compels viewers to reconsider what ends on their plate. This is not just a film; it’s a call to reflect on our choices and the hidden voices behind them.