# Earthlings (2005)

> A harrowing hidden-camera documentary exposes how profit-driven industries normalize systematic animal suffering.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/18738

## Facts

- Runtime: 95 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Shaun Monson
- Cast: Joaquin Phoenix
- TMDB rating: 8.1/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0358456/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: extreme
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: graphic
- Mood: harrowing, confrontational, disturbing, activist film night, ethical reflection

## Synopsis

A shocking exposé that reveals the hidden cruelty behind our everyday choices.

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