A documentary on nonverbal communication through animal-assisted therapy
Project Summary
Our documentary gives insightful perspectives of the dedicated therapist Silke Ritthaler, who works on her farm close to the German East Coast and translates the nonverbal communication between the animals and her guests.
With her therapeutic knowledge and a team of incredible animals, Silke has already transformed the lives of many. This project beautifully encapsulates the essence of this healing experience through our lenses and aims to give an inside look into this experience. As an example, we will follow the journeys of Uwe and Sophie, who each fight their own battles and seek support at Silke’s farm.
We are Sophie, Nathalie and Johanna, three students from Georgia, the Netherlands and Germany, who study documentary film together at Utrecht University of Applied Sciences. Together, we unite our experiences and strengths to make this passion project come to life!