7 Movies That Combine Science and Animals To Create a Story

So we’ve seen movies that deal specifically with science while others focus primarily on the life of talking animals. How about a mix of both? Lets take a look at some movies that revolve their plots around an interesting combination between both categories.

The Plague Dogs (1982)

Here’s an old canine tale with our furry companions Rowf and Snitter. From the same director of Watership Down (1978), we witness not only the escape of these two canines from a life of torture in an England laboratory but we are also granted with frequent glimpses of the cruelties that go into animal research. A great and eye-opening animated film for all ages minus the tinge of violence.

Jurassic Park (1993)

The best dinosaur movie to date, Jurassic Park never fails to wow the crowd with its prehistoric display. We all know it started with the eccentric John Hammond and InGen, so this makes the movie a must-have in the list. Despite utter chaos and the failure to tamper with Mother Nature, the movie has left a giant footprint in today’s popular culture.

 

The Animal (2001)

Rob Schneider never fails to entertain and now we see him embrace his wild side. The Animal shines its spotlight on the use of animal organs to successfully regenerate a human being but as always, science has its drawbacks. Whether he’s walking on all fours, stealing your meat or just chasing the mailman, it doesn’t get goofier than this.

 

Cats & Dogs (2001)

Okay, cats and dogs that lead a double life as secret agents isn’t the best plot in the world. But here’s a movie that pushes the combination of science and animals to the limit! With endless gadgets and covert underground headquarters, man’s best friend is given a high-tech makeover to combat their feline enemies.

Underdog (2007)

A beagle that swoops in and saves the day. Imbued with speech ability and super strength after being kidnapped by a crazy scientist who injects him with a special elixir, we witness the unexpected circumstances of science that ends up saving the day. The movie may not have received high ratings but if you have kids, they might not leave the cinema disappointed.

 

Temple Grandin (2010)

If you have not heard of Temple Grandin, then you must dedicate some time out of your day to check out this inspirational biopic. As an autistic woman who implanted the word ‘humane’ into the handling of livestock on cattle ranches and slaughterhouses, she is living proof of intelligence and dedication. Gifted with a brilliant mind, she is one success-story that makes you think twice about the ethical treatment of animals.

 

Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011)

A biotechnology company that strives to achieve a cure for Alzheimer’s certainly creates a new twist for the future of humanity alongside the future of the apes for many generations to come. This prequel is definitely a thrilling flick that will keep you entertained. Science plays its role in favor of animals this time round, leaving humans with the bottom hand.

Some films expose the harsh realities that go into the treatment of wildlife while others dissipate a hope for humanity’s survival. Whether it is one of the other, the film industry will always conjure a cauldron of theories to give us viewers a chance to say yay or nay.

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