Emma Baus

Our animal motherhood

Documentary, 52′, HD, 2007

Written and directed by Emma Baus and Jacqueline Farmer
Production: Saint-Thomas Production
Broadcasters: France 3, TVE, Rai, TV5 Monde, ZDF, Skynet,…

Storyline: In this original and provocative film, primatologist and best-selling author Sarah Blaffer Hrdy shares her vision of motherhood and its crucial role in human evolution. Shot on three continents, featuring animal behaviour, a hunter-gatherer people and Sarah’s own life experience, the film questions our myths of maternal love.

Award: Finalist Festival Wildlife de Jackson Hole (USA)