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Why Dogs Smile and Chimpanzees Cry

Jan 1, 1999 · 1h 40m
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PLOT

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.

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CAST

Sigourney Weaver
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Directed by Carol L. Fleisher

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Released
Original language
EN
Budget
—
Revenue
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Production
Discovery
Country
US

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