Behind the Mask: Story of the People Who Risk Everything to Save Animals

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Behind The Mask: Story Of The People Who Risk Everything To Save Animals Captures the hearts and souls of men and women who unveil their individual struggles for Animal Liberation. The Animal Liberation Front, comprised of clandestine animal rights activists, is now labeled the number one domestic terrorist threat by the FBI. Director Shannon Keith goes Behind the Mask and captures the hearts and souls of men and women who unveil their individual struggles for Animal Liberation. Who are these "animal liberationists" and why do they believe that breaking the law is the best way to help animals? What inspires them to challenge the status quo, fight against all odds, and endure public reproach? Behind the Mask exposes never-before-seen footage that reveals the extent to which these individuals will go to save the lives of animals. People of all ages and backgrounds, from all over the globe, tell their tales of liberation, incarceration, sacrifice and determination, while exclusive underground footage reveals heart-thumping action sure to leave you wondering, who are these people...? Featuring: Keith Mann, John Feldman, Rod Coronado, Kevin Jonas, Steven Best, Chris DeRose, Melanie Arnold, Ingrid Newkirk, Rich Mclellan, Ronnie Lee, Paul Watson and Jerry Vlasak. Title Behind The Mask: Story Of The People Who Risk Everything To Save Animals Selection # MVDV4781 UPC 760137478195 Prebook 8/26/2008 Street Date 09/02/08 Retail $19.95 Genre Documentary Run Time 72 mins Box Lot 30 Label PM PRESS Audio Stereo Format DVD 800.888.0486 F 610.650.9102 PO Box 280, Oaks, PA 19456 www.MVDb2b.com Publicity: Clint Weiler 610.650.8200 x115 [email protected].

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