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
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