Slay Documentary

Slay: 5 Reasons Why this Documentary Belongs at the Top of Your Watchlist

"SLAY" is an eye-opening documentary directed by Rebecca Cappelli that should be at the top of your watchlist for several reasons, particularly if you're concerned about environmental sustainability and animal rights within the fashion industry.

#1 Revealing Animal Cruelty: "SLAY" uncovers the harsh treatment animals face in the fashion industry, from the cruel killing of foxes for their fur to the use of animal leather despite alternatives. Touching base on the observation that an animal lover paradoxically wears animal products adds a layer of irony and critique. It brings to light the extreme cruelty animals endure, an uncommunicated factor often overshadowed by the industry's glamour and profits.

#2 The Environmental Damage: The documentary exposes how the production of animal-based materials leads to environmental degradation. This includes deforestation in Brazil to make way for livestock, the pollution stemming from leather tanning, and the extensive water usage and contamination involved in these processes.

#3 Exposing Industry Exploits: Beyond animal cruelty and environmental threats, "SLAY" also addresses the socio-economic aspects, such as the exploitation of workers in sweatshops who labour under the guise of products being 'Made in Italy' and other luxury markets, thus revealing the complex layers of exploitation within the industry and misleading facade of ethical manufacturing.

#4 Cultural Hypocrisy and Ignorance: "SLAY" challenges societal norms, like the ideology of carnism, that justify the use of certain animals over others for fashion. It also exposes the disturbing fact that many consumers are unaware that their fur products are derived from real animals, reflecting your astonishment at the widespread ignorance revealed in the film.

#5 Push for Ethical Alternatives: Lastly, the film does not just critique; it also points towards solutions. The film promotes ethical alternatives, explaining that fashion can evolve and does not have to rely on animal exploitation. One particular scene in the documentary, among many heartbreaking visuals, shows raccoons fighting back, which acts as a powerful metaphor for resistance against animal cruelty.

SLAY is an eye-opener to the dark sides of fashion, encouraging viewers to rethink their choices, to reconsider where their clothes come from and what ethical alternatives might be pursued. It acts as a critical investigative journalism with poignant personal stories and calls to action, making it a must-watch for anyone interested in understanding the true cost of luxury and the urgent need for change in how we view and use animal products in fashion. Refash continuously supports and brings you such revelations through impactful documentary film screenings and frequently facilitates such offline and online screenings, like Slay, with the next one being organized in January.