Fern Levitt is a Canadian documentary filmmaker whose latest work focuses on elephant captivity in zoos–with a focus on the suffering of Lucy, an elephant imprisoned alone for decades in the Edmonton Valley Zoo. Fern is also an NhRP supporter and monthly donor. In celebration of World Elephant Month, NhRP Communications Director Lauren Choplin interviewed Fern for the NhRP blog. Visit our website to learn what compelled Fern to make Lucy: The Stolen Lives of Elephants, the difficulties involved, what she hopes the film will achieve, and why she supports the NhRP:
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The NhRP’s work is featured in the film, which premiered on Canada’s top broadcast channel in April. Fern and her team are currently planning US screenings. Stay updated on the film at lucythestolenlivesofelephants.com.
Powerful filmmaking like Fern’s is a vital part of changing how nonhuman animals are viewed and treated under the law and more broadly. Thank you, Fern, for your support for our mission and for doing the difficult work of shining a light on elephant suffering with your film.
To join Fern in becoming a monthly donor or to make a one-time donation to the NhRP for World Elephant Month, visit this page.
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