Cow
dir. Andrea Arnold · 2022
Life can often feel monotonous and constrained by external purposes, yet it is filled with moments of quiet existence that reveal deeper truths about our nature.
Two cows navigate their daily existence in a world that seems indifferent to their lives. As the camera lingers on their routines, viewers are drawn into a contemplative space that challenges perceptions of purpose and consumption. The film's intimate portrayal of these animals invites reflection on the broader implications of human choices and the often-overlooked lives of the beings we share our world with.
A close-up portrait of the daily lives of a pair of cows: told by way of some narrative-free, intimate POV photography, with plenty of close shot images, we follow the daily routine of these animals as they live what can only be described as mundane, boring lives - all with an ultimate purpose within the human food chain.
Talking points
- the ethics of animal farming
- the role of animals in human society
- the impact of industrial agriculture on the environment
- the aesthetics of documentary filmmaking
