Director asks Puerto Ricans to take pledge
Among the honors the documentary “100,000” has received is an Emmy award. Director Juan Agustin Marquez is shown here accepting it, and asking Puerto Ricans to take a pledge.
“We set out to change the world with this film, starting with our island, Puerto Rico,” he said.
“100,000 represents the specific number of dogs who live in the streets of our island nation. But the .. title of the film is more complex than that. What I truly wanted was to reach 100,000 people, humans, with the message of the film. I wanted 100,000 people to sign a pledge at the endof the film to learn about humane treatment for animals, especially dogs — to pledge that they will take care of their pets for as long as they live.
“We have a long way to reach our goal, but I will not rest until I get my 100,000 people to pledge to Puerto Rico’s dogs.”
Here is the pledge.
“100,000,” unfortunately, isn’t available for purchase, and it has yet to appear on American television.
But there is a way to see it, with English subtitles. The director says on the documentary’s website that he will provide a private link to watch it to those who email him. The email address is: perro@100000movie.com.
Posted by jwoestendiek January 6th, 2012 under Muttsblog, videos.
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Comments
Comment from Clarisel Gonzalez
Time January 7, 2012 at 2:39 am
I do hope Puerto Ricans pledge and honor their word. It is saddening and frustrating to see the abandonment and negligence of Puerto Rico’s cats and dogs. More no kill shelters are urgently needed. A pledge is a good first step.
Comment from Tammy
Time January 6, 2012 at 6:01 pm
That’s such a gracious offer from the director. Thank you!