“For a 22-minute film, ANIMALS. feels complete. It has the kind of premise that could be stretched into a feature, and there’s enough material here to support one, but the short format gives it a blunt force. It pushes in, takes space, and leaves behind the awful feeling that Zoya’s mistake wasn’t opening the door.” - Chris Jones

Rating: 4 ½ stars

“ANIMALS. is not an easy watch, nor does it aspire to be. Instead, it confronts viewers with difficult truths about abuse, exploitation, and the consequences of looking away. Maya Gray has crafted a short film that is emotionally raw, psychologically intelligent, and unafraid to challenge its audience.” - Brian Cotter

“What begins as an innocent-seeming mistake gradually transforms into a hostile takeover. ‘Animals’, by filmmaker Maya Gray, will take audiences on a wild, unpredictable and disturbing ride that will have you hanging on every word.” -Finn O’ Toole

Rating: 5 stars