Fern Levitt

filmmaker

Fern Levitt is a Toronto-based filmmaker known for her poignant documentaries that often highlight animal welfare issues. She gained significant attention for her recent film 'Lucy: The Stolen Lives of Elephants,' which focuses on the plight of Lucy, an elephant who has spent decades alone in the Edmonton Valley Zoo. Levitt, who initially vowed not to make another animal documentary due to the emotional toll, was compelled to tell Lucy's story after seeing a photograph of her in her confinement. Through her work, Levitt advocates for the humane treatment of animals and raises awareness about the ethical implications of keeping wildlife in captivity.