Parrot Kindergarten

This documentary was pulling at the heart string from the first few minutes. Seeing Jen's journey, meeting the birds through the screen and seeing their successes felt so real. This is a must watch for anyone interested in animal behaviour, for pet owners, and for scientists.

This documentary shows that we can all do better for the animals in our world, and we can start by taking one step at a time. It presses that animals are our companions, not decor, and their feelings and wellbeing are so very important.

Have tissues ready, you will need them. This is such a beautiful documentary that I hope touches the hearts of every viewer.

It all started with a quiet girl who grew up to be a world changer. Jen is the embodiment of kindness strength and love. She's also a lawyer, scientist, and mom to parrots who can read!

I smiled almost the entire time although I teared up a couple of times. The science itself is so exciting and try not to fall in love with sassy Ellie!

Watching history unfold on social media is one highlight of our era. Jen and her parrots will be remembered for this groundbreaking research and finding about animals minds and emotional intelligence. She persisted when faced with naysayers over and over and the science is becoming undeniable. Cognitive dissonance in humans minds will take more time.

It's just a great story! Go see it.

All of the emotions...this movie removes all doubt in my mind, scientifically, (if there were any left at this point) that we can communicate across species. Such an amazing story told here, with some of Jennifer's life and why she is so passionate about giving a voice to all beings. And then the science, so much of her research, and obvious love for all animals, especially Ellie. My whole family enjoyed it, including our parrot who knows firsthand what these communication methods can do. Thank you for a movie that left me feeling good, and hopeful - if you are an animal advocate of any kind, this movie is for you!.

I love this film!!! I'm so blown away by Jen's work!

I absolutely loved this film! The work that Jen has done is incredible and I'm lucky because I got to see it in the theater!

I recommend watching this!

This film is educational, heartwarming, funny and inspiring. Learning about Jen and Ellie's journey together is something everyone should see.

She is helping animals communicate- and let us know if they're in pain and giving information that is so important it can change the relationship for animals in captivity/ in sanctuary.

Thank you Jen and Ellie and everyone that brought this together!!

I have been following Jen and her birds for about 9 years now and I remember the exact sentiment I had after watching and reading some of the content after first finding the modest FB page: "There are going to be textbooks detailing her and the birds one day." Almost a decade later and she's well on her way to that very sentiment.

This film isn't just about birds doing tricks. It's about agency, emotion, and the undeniable intelligence of animals we so often underestimate. Jen's deep connection with her birds, especially Ellie, is the beating heart of the story. The documentary highlights not just what these birds can do, and what they have to say, but what animals are capable of once given a voice, and that distinction is powerful.

Her work is as much about respect for animals as it is about communication, and it's impossible to come away from this film unchanged. Whether you're an animal lover, a behavior science enthusiast, or just someone who believes in listening more closely-this documentary is essential viewing.