The ultimate goal of this trifecta is not merely to sell tickets or subscriptions. It is to close the "empathy gap" between the human world and the wild. When makes you laugh, zoo entertainment makes you see, and animal films make you cry—together, they just might save the planet.
: Filmmakers are now frequently working with organizations like the Association of Zoos and Aquariums to ensure their portrayals encourage responsible behavior, such as avoiding the surge in exotic pet ownership seen after Finding Nemo . 3. Ethics and the "No Animals Harmed" Dilemma The ultimate goal of this trifecta is not