Animal Behaviour

Animal Behaviour

It's not always easy to deal with what comes naturally.

Directed by David Fine, Alison Snowden

Produced by ONF | NFB

201814 min6.4 / 10

A witty animated short that uses animal therapy and behavioral quirks as a vehicle for gentle comedy about vulnerability and connection.

Five animals meet regularly to discuss their inner angst in a group therapy session led by Dr. Clement, a canine psychotherapist. The group includes Lorraine, a leech who suffers from separation anxiety; Cheryl, a praying mantis who can’t seem to keep a man; Todd, a pig with an eating disorder; Jeffrey, a bird with guilt issues; and Linda, an obsessive-compulsive cat.

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  • Is Animal Behaviour easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 88% of films.

  • Is Animal Behaviour violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.

  • Is Animal Behaviour scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.

  • Does Animal Behaviour end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 65% of films.

  • Is Animal Behaviour sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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