@celeste_writes
A patient, formally daring work — the cinematography lingers on empty rooms longer than most audiences will tolerate, but those who stay are rewarded with the most haunting final act of the year.
Documentary filmmaker Robert Kenner examines how mammoth corporations have taken over all aspects of the food chain in the United States, from the farms where our food is grown to the chain restaurants and supermarkets where it's sold. Narrated by author and activist Eric Schlosser, the film features interviews with average Americans about their dietary habits, commentary from food experts like Michael Pollan and unsettling footage shot inside large-scale animal processing plants.
Quick Stats
7.4
TMDB Rating
669
Votes
1h 34m
Runtime
$1.0M
Budget
$4.6M
Box Office
461%
Return
Key Crew
DirectorRobert Kenner
WriterRobert Kenner
CinematographyRichard Pearce
ComposerMark Adler
EditorKim Roberts
Produced by
Magnolia Pictures
Where to Watch
Streaming
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Critics & Reviews
3 featured@jhalberg
I walked in expecting another genre exercise and walked out feeling like I'd been eavesdropping on a confession. The lead performance is genuinely singular — a career-defining turn.
@priya_a
A few too many scenes feel borrowed from a better film, but the soundtrack and the production design carry the rest. Solid recommendation for fans of slow-burn European thrillers.
Cast
Michael Pollan
Himself
E
Eric Schlosser
Himself
R
Richard Lobb
Himself - National Chicken Council
V
Vince Edwards
Himself - Tyson Grower
C
Carole Morison
Herself - Perdue Grower
