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Cowspiracy Co-Director Makes New Film Announcement About Pharmaceuticals

A new documentary is poised to shake up the conversation surrounding pharmaceutical testing in the United States. Titled “How To Make Drugs (And Feel Great About Everything),” this film offers a deep dive into the world of pharmaceutical animal testing, shedding light on its ethical implications, scientific shortcomings, and the urgent need for change.

At the heart of the documentary is Journey Zephyr, a filmmaker-driven by a quest for truth and justice. Disturbed by the revelation that antidepressants undergo testing through the controversial “forced swim test,” Zephyr goes on a journey to uncover the realities of animal experimentation in drug development. Collaborating with Keegan Kuhn, the acclaimed co-producer of impactful documentaries such as “Cowspiracy” and “What The Health,” Zephyr crafts a narrative that blends hard-hitting facts with sharp humor, delivering an engaging and enlightening exploration of the future of medicine.

Through interviews with leading experts, physicians, lobbyists, and activists, “How To Make Drugs” exposes a troubling narrative of unchecked government spending, entrenched cultural norms, and flawed scientific practices. The film reveals staggering statistics, with over 100 million animals subjected to tests annually in the US, costing taxpayers billions of dollars and countless lives. Despite this massive investment, the effectiveness of animal testing is widely questioned, with a staggering 92 percent of drugs that pass such tests failing in human trials.

The documentary confronts the dissonance between animal physiology and human biology, highlighting the inadequacy of animal models in predicting human responses to drugs. Diseases like cancer, heart disease, and Parkinson’s manifest differently in animals, rendering traditional testing methods unreliable. Fortunately, alternatives such as computer models, human tissues, and lab-grown cells offer promising avenues for more humane and scientifically rigorous research.

Zephyr and Kuhn make a compelling call to action, urging governments, universities, and corporations to prioritize human-relevant testing methods over outdated animal models. They emphasize the need for an informed citizenry to drive change, encouraging individuals to speak out against animal testing and advocate for modern, ethical approaches to medical research.

Scheduled for release in the fall, “How To Make Drugs” promises to spark crucial conversations and catalyze a movement toward a more compassionate and effective future in pharmaceutical testing. As audiences eagerly anticipate its debut, the filmmakers are rallying Support through crowdfunding initiatives, inviting individuals to join them in shaping the trajectory of medical research.