A Van Full of Beagles

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A Van Full of Beagles

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A short film uncovering the reality of UK animal testing through one woman’s heart-breaking journey.

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Directed by: Murphee Thomspon
Written by: Murphee Thompson
Produced by: Juliana Kilburn

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