A collage of people, a dog, and a horse is overlaid within the silhouette of a horse. “UNSPOKEN BOND,” the Critter Fest Closing Night Film, appears in white block letters at the bottom left. The atmosphere is warm and natural.

Sep

20

Critter Fest Closing Night Film: Unspoken Bond

by Salem Screens

Sep

20

Critter Fest Closing Night Film: Unspoken Bond

by Salem Screens
Date & Time

September 20

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Venue
Cinema Salem
1 E India Square Mall
Salem
, MA
01970
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About this Event

Unspoken Bond is a feature documentary that explores the deep connection between humans and animals through three touching stories demonstrating how animals enrich our lives beyond measure.

Shannon Dueck, a top dressage rider, grieves deeply after losing her Olympic-hopeful horse Angel to a severe injury. Yet, she gradually finds her way back, supported by her community and new equine friendships.

Nicole Navarro overcame 18 years of addiction to establish Pawsitive Beginnings Fox Sanctuary in the Florida Keys, where rescued foxes from fur farms and the exotic pet trade now aid trauma survivors in their healing journey.

Jason Gaver, a veteran dealing with PTSD and significant loss, reconnects through Woodrow, his service dog, who helps him be present for his young daughter and reintegrate into everyday life.

Guided by top experts, the film delves into the science and soul of the human-animal bond — a relationship that provides unconditional acceptance, healing, and happiness.

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