Animals Distract Me
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For actor, model, and filmmaker-biologist Isabella Rossellini, animals have always been a source of both joy and deep fascination—whether it’s the dogs who have been her lifelong companions, the animals she raises on her farm, or the insects and marine life she studies in her second career as a researcher of animal behavior. In this witty and delightfully unpredictable documentary, Rossellini invites viewers to join her on a day out in New York City, where animals—from the microscopic mites that live on her eyelashes to the rats that populate the subways—are never far from her endlessly curious mind.
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- Director
- Isabella Rossellini
- Screenplay & Story
- John Bohannon, Isabella Rossellini
- Original Title
- Animals Distract Me
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- English
- Runtime
- 48m
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John Bohannon, Isabella Rossellini
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Isabella Rossellini
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What is Animals Distract Me about?
For actor, model, and filmmaker-biologist Isabella Rossellini, animals have always been a source of both joy and deep fascination—whether it’s the dogs who have been her lifelong companions, the animals she raises on her farm, or the insects and marine life she studies in her second career as a researcher of animal behavior. In this witty and delightfully unpredictable documentary, Rossellini invites viewers to join her on a day out in New York City, where animals—from the microscopic mites that live on her eyelashes to the rats that populate the subways—are never far from her endlessly curious mind.
Who directed Animals Distract Me?
Animals Distract Me was directed by Isabella Rossellini.
Who stars in Animals Distract Me?
The principal cast of Animals Distract Me includes Isabella Rossellini.
When was Animals Distract Me released and how long is it?
Animals Distract Me was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 48m.