What documentary films has Mark DeVries released?
Mark DeVries's first documentary was Speciesism: The Movie (“brilliant and compelling” — Michael Shermer, Scientific American and Skeptic; “tremendously entertaining and often laugh-out-loud funny” — The Huffington Post), which has been widely used as an introduction to animal ethics.
Mark DeVries's newest documentary, Humans and Other Animals, supplants Speciesism: The Movie as the comprehensive introduction to the animal movement, and is now streaming on Amazon Prime and other major platforms worldwide. Praise from leaders in the field includes:
- "It could almost be the film version of Animal Liberation..." — Peter Singer
- "This is the animal documentary we needed: thrilling, funny, and comprehensive. ...essential viewing." — Gene Baur
- "Shocking, surprising, and incredibly engaging. ... Please get everybody you know to see this." — Ingrid Newkirk
Mark DeVries has also produced many short documentaries, beginning with Spy Drones Expose Smithfield Foods Factory Farms.
What are Mark DeVries's roles in the production of his documentary films?
Mark DeVries writes, produces, directs, and edits each documentary. He also employs a team of cinematographers, sound engineers, composers, production assistants, colorists, and science advisors through his companies such as Mark DeVries Studio.
Where can I find interviews with Mark DeVries?
Mark DeVries has been interviewed for many international publications and podcasts, but among the most in-depth has been with The Humane League.
What are Mark DeVries's book recommendations?
- The Blank Slate: The Modern Denial of Human Nature by Steven Pinker
- Animal Liberation Now: The Definitive Classic Renewed by Peter Singer
- The Scout Mindset: Why Some People See Things Clearly and Others Don't by Julia Galef
- Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows: An Introduction to Carnism by Melanie Joy
- Doing Good Better: How Effective Altruism Can Help You Help Others, Do Work that Matters, and Make Smarter Choices about Giving Back by William MacAskill
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