: Modern documentaries like My Octopus Teacher have traded anthropomorphism (giving animals human traits) for raw, authentic storytelling.
The proliferation of streaming services and social media has led to an explosion of animal-focused content. Documentaries like Planet Earth (2006), Blue Planet (2017), and Our Planet (2019) have become incredibly popular, showcasing the natural world in stunning visuals. : Modern documentaries like My Octopus Teacher have
Animals were initially used for movement studies and early travelogues that often viewed them as abundant resources for exploitation. The Golden Age of Animal Stars (1950s–1970s): Programs like and Blue Planet (2017)