Mercy For Animals is honored to share a deeply moving message from legendary actor and activist Marlon Brando—his words are as relevant now as ever.
The short film Voices of Hope ~ Words of Wisdom by Marlon Brando brings Brando’s stirring words to life. Opening with his own voice, the film features a collection of profound Brando quotes recited by an ensemble of renowned, compassionate public figures: Erin Brockovich, Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, Ellen Burstyn, James Cromwell, Marianne Williamson, Frances Fisher, Ed Begley Jr., Wendie Malick, Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz, Lucie Arnaz, Dee Wallace, Mena Massoud, Alexi Lubomirski, Stephanie Corneliussen, Brandon Flynn, Mitchell Burns, Ludi Lin, Ashley Jackson, Steve Eastin, Alexandra Paul, and June Squibb.
Together, they lend their voices to Brando’s call for unity; empathy; and action for animals, people, and the planet.
Mercy For Animals is very happy to present Marlon Brando’s powerful words of wisdom, eloquently expressed in Voices of Hope ~ Words of Wisdom by Mr. Brando himself, alongside 22 inspiring narrators. Our collaborative mission for releasing this film is to catalyze an awakening within our hearts and minds that uplifts and empowers our interconnectedness and innate ability to care for one another, animals, and the planet.
—Nik Tyler
Senior Celebrity & Media Relations Manager, Mercy For Animals
Director, Voices of Hope ~ Words of Wisdom by Marlon Brando
This collection of quotes from Marlon Brando reflects on Brando’s lifelong connection to animals, nature, and the pursuit of justice and freedom. It’s a candid, soulful exploration of love, responsibility, and the urgent need for compassion and peace.
“The beginning of all wisdom is in self-knowledge,” Brando begins. From this profoundly personal place, he invites us to look inward—and then outward—to recognize the interconnectedness of all life.
Brando’s compassion for animals and the natural world began in childhood, shaped by the influence of his mother and the solace animals and nature provided him throughout his life. As he puts it, “I’ve always found animals easy to love because their love is unconditional.”
But his words aren’t just a reflection—they’re a call to action.
Brando challenges us to look beyond ourselves and stand up against injustice and the exploitation of both human and nonhuman animals. He urges us to recognize all forms of suffering, inequality, and division in the world around us.
Unless we get together, we’re gonna fall apart.
—Marlon Brando
The film serves as a reminder: Our time on this planet is short, but our capacity for love, kindness, and meaningful action is infinite.
In that spirit, we invite you to watch Voices of Hope ~ Words of Wisdom by Marlon Brando, share it with people you love, and reflect on what it means to “do something in a very specific way”—for animals, the earth, and each other.
Above all else, especially during times of adversity, “believe somehow that love is an answer,” as Brando urges us. “Do it differently.”
We all can make mindful, compassionate choices every day. Check out ways you can get involved with Mercy For Animals, and start today.
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