The video's central figure, (1944–1985), was a psychologically traumatized woman who became known as the "Queen of Bestiality".
: Much of the content originated from the 1970 documentary A Summerday (also known as Animal Lover ) and loops produced by the Danish company Color Climax Corporation . Animal Farm Video Bodil Joensen 1981
: It became an urban legend in the UK, with rumors suggesting an actress had died during filming—a myth that added to its dark prestige in the underground market. The Life of Bodil Joensen The Life of Bodil Joensen : The video
: The video was not a single cohesive production but a "bootleg" compilation of clips and film loops. The video's central figure
While much of the footage was filmed in the early 1970s, the video gained its "Animal Farm" title and clandestine reputation when it was smuggled into the UK in .