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Why Dogs Smile and Chimpanzees Cry
Why Dogs Smile and Chimpanzees Cry
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Why Dogs Smile and Chimpanzees Cry

1999
Directed byCarol L. Fleisher
1h 40m

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.

CAST
Sigourney WeaverNarrator
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GENRES
Documentary
STATUSReleased
RATING
NR

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