Controversial Horse Slaughter Documentary Premieres Sunday

A premiere screening of a controversial film examining domestic and wild horse slaughter in America will take place Sunday afternoon. "A Nation Betrayed, Saving America's Horses" will be held at Laemmle's Sunset 5 at 12:45p.m. with a media line to follow. Directed by Katia Louise, the feature-length documentary film combines testimony, undercover footage, and true life stories to depict a country divided on the issue of horse cruelty in America. Pro- and anti-slaughter arguments are made. Environmental risks of horse slaughter and risks associated with consumption of horse meat are also explored. National non-profit organization In Defense of Animals (IDF) has shown support for the film...more