De haas in de marathon (2012)

In October 2002 the first political party worldwide which doesn't base its policy on human-centric thinking is founded. The Party for the Animals represents a new political movement that values animal welfare and the environment. 'The foundation of The Party for the Animals was received with much skepticism within traditional politics. However, the Party for the Animals quickly appeared to function as a pacer in the marathon', recalls Marianne Thieme - co-founder and party leader. De Haas in de Marathon is a documentary on the first ten years of the Dutch Party for the Animals. Next to in-depth interviews with the party founders, the film provides an insight into the public reception of this pioneering political movement, within science, politics and media.