Join us for the Global Premiere of

Jill Robinson: To the Moon and Back

Across China and Vietnam, over 10,000 Asiatic black bears (moon bears) exist as prisoners in tiny coffin size cages.

Deprived of all but the most basic necessities to keep them alive and forced to endure unimaginable pain and torment for up to 30 years, their abdomens and gall bladders are crudely penetrated by catheters tocollect bile for traditional Asian medicine, beauty products and even wine.

In 1993, a British woman called Jill Robinson took a stand against this practice. With nothing more than her resolve, Jill peacefully and intelligently began an animal welfare movement that has now saved hundreds of bears, created two beautiful sanctuaries spanning over 180,000 square meters and has brought about a foreseeable end to bile farming in Vietnam.

Jill was not wealthy or privileged and the path was predictably difficult. But, she did it! She saw animal suffering that was perfectly legal in a politically charged and socially complicated continent. Yet, she overcame the fury, emotion and inertia and instigated change. In the most impactful way, Jill demonstrated that with the right resolve and attitude, one person can make a difference.

The screening will be followed by a Q&A with the production team and an informal drinks reception