The Conservation Game

This film evoked a lot of emotion out of me. The terror experienced by Big Cats, along with many other species, in the exotic animal trade is heartbreaking and unnecessary. I believe everyone should see this film to understand the cruel consequences of the selfishness of private ownership of animals who should be living wild and free. While it is not surprising that people continue to put money and fame before animal welfare, it is disgusting to watch. Tim Harrison did a great job investigating and I commend him for his dedication to end exotic animal exploitation.

As a supporter of the Big Cat Public Safety Act, I urge everyone to support it as well. It is time for these animals to get the respect and consideration that they so deeply deserve. The work of Carney Ann Nasser, Carole & Howard Baskin, Tim Harrison, and more is truly inspiring. I was already an advocate for Big Cats and other wildlife, and after watching this film I've become even more passionate about this cause.

Everyone should be aware of this cause and want to do something about it.

At times, there are efforts so great with results so profound, one feels unworthy to give any form of criticism. The "who am I to judge card" comes into play here. Writing reviews can, at best, be helpful to others - documenting and rectifying crimes committed "by humanity" is leagues apart.

The Conservation game is a must see - more to the point it is a must do. Unfortunately many of the "must dos" never get done... yet somehow we always expect somebody to pull through, to stand up, to have the true grit and courage to deliver; deliver what we feel we have the right to know., deliver when blatant wrongdoings are somehow missed out.

Tim Harrison, Michael Webber & co have performed their must do. If they have the energy one can hope they have more must dos on their bucket list - if they have not, they can rest assured that they have, well and truly, risen to the call of humanity.

This is an extraordinary documentary. Documentaries record events, often sad and tragic events. It takes something extra to go beyond taking notes. To not merely settle for documenting a sorry state of affairs - but to also be instrumental in change for the better.

In the best of worlds The Conservation Game stretches even further - inspiring others to turn "must does" into "have dones".

10 minutes in and I was hooked. I had assumed that animals appearing on TV talk shows were actually cared for and that there were zoos that insured their safety when they "grew out of cute". Wait 'till you see what goes on in the exotic animal industry and why federal legislation is essential. Great editing, pacing and development. Harrison's law enforcement background makes for compelling dialog. His team is a collection of dedicated professionals who turn their talents to cracking the wall surrounding the corruption, abuse and secrecy within the exotic animal industry. Find out for yourself why "The Conservation Game" needed to be made and viewed.

I saw the documentary in the theater when it came to San Diego. I had no idea what to expect. It blew me away. I had no idea that the famous so-called Conservationists, we're involved in the exotic animal trade. This is just the tip of the iceberg.

I came away with a new found "fury" that this is happening all over the world. Truly saddens and angers me. We have to stop the pay-to-play that is happening in AZA zoos and roadside "zoos" and hold these people accountable.

Exposes the horrible exploitation of exotic animals taking place in this country by famous people all under the guise of "conservation". We must put an end to this! Very informative and eye opening. If you care about animals at all you should see this movie!