Tue 24 March 2026

Q&A with director Tony Jones and producer Ivan O’Mahoney

The Dutch premiere of Sentient will be followed by an after-talk with director Tony Jones and producer Ivan O’Mahoney.

In this compelling documentary, Jones examines the ethical and scientific questions surrounding animal testing and challenges its justification. During the discussion, the filmmakers will reflect on the making of the film and the moral dilemmas at its core.

The session will be moderated by Ida Simonsen.

Language: English

Sentient

Tony Jones, 106 minutes
Grand Jury Documentary Dutch premiere
An investigation into laboratory research on animals exposes a hidden world in which it’s not just the animals getting hurt. The story of Dr. Lisa Jones Engel, a primatologist turned animal welfare advocate, asks whether harming animals and ourselves in science’s name is justified. Animal testing, specifically on prim...
Tue 24 Mar
19:30 - 21:46

Den Haag, Filmhuis Den Haag

Speakers

Ida Simonsen

moderator

Tony Jones

director

Ivan O’Mahoney

protagonist