Video, 2024





Chickens are highly social animals and have a clearly defined hierarchy within the flock, where the dominant hen takes control, and the others follow, often without much resistance. When frightened, chickens stretch their necks, fix their gaze on the source of danger, and may begin running in all directions in panic. Their behavior often includes fighting among themselves, especially when food appears. If only it were just about eating. And as long as one’s head stays on their shoulders?

For the purpose of filming this piece, a village slaughterer was hired.