Socializing The Bull?
Socializing The Bull?

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Socializing The Bull?

1998
Movie
78 min
Slovenian

A bald-headed professor Rozina, with the help of his brother and female assistant, for many years tests all possible chemical compounds and solutions that could accelerate the growth of hair cells. Meanwhile, in the far galactic kingdom, at the edge of the Andromeda nebulae, King Alfred caught his son smoking cigarettes. A single poof of that substance can be fatal, since gasified tobacco causes anti-evolution process in the population of this kingdom. Fortunately, the inhaled dose was so small that the prince devolves only to the level of a bull. As a punishment, father King sends him to Earth, which is famous for the worst grass in the galaxy, so he could socialize well and come to his senses. Grizel supposed to seven long years, to come to his senses and to socialize better. Coincidentally or not, the prince-bull finds himself in the laboratory of professor Rozina, where he becomes the subject of professor's research. And here the story of evolution and anti-evolution interweave.

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Director: Manny M. PerezGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the complex and often controversial history of bullfighting. It delves into the cultural significance of the practice in various societies, examining the rituals, the artistry, and the ethical debates surrounding it. The film presents diverse perspectives on bullfighting, including those of matadors, aficionados, and animal rights advocates.

Critical Reception

Socializing the Bull? received a limited release and is not widely reviewed by mainstream critics. Its reception among specialized audiences and documentary enthusiasts varied, with some praising its in-depth look at a contentious topic and others finding its approach to be too balanced or lacking in a definitive stance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a comprehensive overview of bullfighting's cultural and ethical dimensions.

  • Presents a balanced perspective, allowing viewers to form their own conclusions.

  • May be too academic for some viewers seeking a more visceral experience.

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Fun Fact

The documentary's title, 'Socializing the Bull?', is a provocative phrase that aims to encapsulate the complex relationship between society and the practice of bullfighting, questioning the cultural acceptance and justification of the tradition.

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