Movies About Food Industry

From Louie Psihoyos, starring Richard O'Barry, Louie Psihoyos, Hardy Jones, Michael Illiff
Rated PG-13

The Cove is a documentary film directed by Louie Psihoyos that tells the story of an international team of activists, filmmakers, and freedivers who covertly infiltrate a hidden cove in Taiji, Japan in order to expose the horrors of dolphin hunting. The film follows Ric O’Barry, a former dolphin trainer turned environmental advocate, as he attempts to document the mass slaughter of dolphins in the cove. Along the way, the filmmakers uncover a dark secret, as they witness and document the slaughter of thousands of dolphins in the cove, as well as its effects on the environment and the local community. The team takes their evidence to the world stage, creating an international outcry for the protection of dolphins.

From Orlando von Einsiedel, starring André Bauma, Emmanuel de Merode, Mélanie Gouby, Rodrigue Mugaruka Katembo
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Virunga is a 2014 British documentary film directed by Orlando von Einsiedel. The film follows the story of a team of brave individuals fighting to protect the endangered mountain gorillas in the Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The film focuses on the battle between the park's dedicated staff, including a British ex-soldier, and the poachers and oil companies threatening their lives. The film also showcases the great lengths conservationists will go to in order to protect the mountain gorillas and the resources of their environment. The film received numerous awards, including the Best Documentary Feature at the 2014 British Independent Film Awards, and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. The film is a compelling exploration of the human spirit and the dedication of those striving to protect Virunga's wildlife and resources.

From Gabriela Cowperthwaite, starring Tilikum, Dave Duffus, Samantha Berg, Dean Gomersall
Rated PG-13

Blackfish is a 2013 American documentary film directed by Gabriela Cowperthwaite. The film explores the captivity of orcas, or killer whales, and its effects on their well-being, as well as its dangers to the trainers and staff of SeaWorld. It follows the story of Tilikum, a captive-bred orca, and examines the consequences of keeping the animals in captivity. The film combines archival footage, interviews with former SeaWorld trainers, and expert testimonies from scientists, animal behaviorists, and animal rights advocates. Through the film, Cowperthwaite reveals how orcas are taken from their families, kept in captivity for prolonged periods of time, and suffer from psychological trauma as a result of captivity. The film argues that captivity is both dangerous for the orcas, as well as the workers who take care of them. The film’s main argument is that orcas should not be kept in captivity and that SeaWorld’s practices are not in the best interest of the animals.

From Mark Devries, starring Steven Best, Richard Dawkins, Gary Francione, Bruce Friedrich
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Speciesism: The Movie is a 2013 documentary film directed and produced by Mark Devries. The film examines the concept of speciesism, the idea that humans view and treat non-human animals as lesser beings. It explores the ways in which speciesism affects all aspects of life, from agriculture and environmental policy to medical testing and entertainment. Through interviews with animal rights activists, scientists, and philosophers, the film argues that speciesism is not only unethical and immoral, but also dangerous and unsustainable. It ultimately calls for an end to speciesism and a shift towards a more compassionate worldview.

From Robert Kenner, starring Michael Pollan, Eric Schlosser, Richard Lobb, Vince Edwards
Rated PG

Food, Inc. is a 2008 documentary film directed by Robert Kenner which examines the industrial production of food and the implications that this has on both human health and the environment. The film explores how the food industry has become increasingly dominated by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment. It highlights the problems of the industrialization of food production and its effects on both the economy and society, including the impact on animal welfare, food safety, and the use of agricultural chemicals. The film also focuses on the food industry's marketing strategies and its influence on the American diet, as well as the economics of food production and the role of government policy. It features interviews from experts and activists in the food industry, including Eric Schlosser, Michael Pollan, and Paul Roberts.

From Lee Fulkerson, starring Lee Fulkerson, Matthew Lederman, Alona Pulde, T. Colin Campbell
Rated PG

Forks Over Knives is a 2011 American documentary film which examines the profound claim that most, if not all, of the degenerative diseases that afflict us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting animal-based and processed foods. Through interviews with American physicians and researchers, the film covers the research done by T. Colin Campbell and Caldwell Esselstyn on the link between nutrition and disease, and the implications of their findings. The film encourages viewers to consider a whole-foods, plant-based diet as an alternative to medication and emphasizes the benefits of the vegan lifestyle. It follows the personal stories of a number of individuals who have adopted this lifestyle and seen dramatic improvements in their health.

From Stephanie Soechtig, starring Michele Simon, Katie Couric, Bill Clinton, Michael Pollan
Rated PG

Fed Up is a 2014 documentary film by director Stephanie Soechtig that examines the role of the food industry in the global health crisis of obesity. The film follows a group of teenagers from different parts of the United States, who are struggling with obesity and trying to make their way through the confusing maze of quick-fix solutions, fad diets, and false promises. Along the way, the audience discovers the hidden truth behind the food industry and its powerful influence on public policy. The film delves into the causes behind the obesity epidemic, including the misleading marketing of unhealthy food, the proliferation of added sugars in processed foods, and the lack of nutritional education in our schools. Fed Up ultimately calls for a rethinking of the American diet and encourages individuals to make healthier food choices.

From Jeff Orlowski-Yang, starring James Balog, Svavar Jónatansson, Louie Psihoyos, Kitty Boone
Rated PG-13

Chasing Ice is a documentary film by director Jeff Orlowski-Yang that follows the work of National Geographic photographer James Balog and his team of adventurers as they travel to some of the most remote and hostile parts of the world to capture evidence of the dramatic transformation of glaciers caused by global warming. The movie covers Balog’s three-year expedition to document the rapid shrinking of the world’s glaciers, resulting in breathtaking visuals of the melting ice. The film also features interviews with climate scientists, as well as conversations with Balog and his team about the impact of human activities on the environment. The film has won numerous awards, including an Emmy for Outstanding Nature Programming and a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

From Nikolaus Geyrhalter, starring Claus Hansen Petz, Arkadiusz Rydellek, Barbara Hinz, Renata Wypchlo
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Our Daily Bread is a documentary film by Nikolaus Geyrhalter that examines the industrial food production processes of a variety of European countries. The film follows several people who work within the food production industry, from farmers to factory workers to chefs. It seeks to expose the audience to the realities of the production and consumption of food in Europe, exploring in detail the labor, technology and resources required to produce food. The film’s focus is on the beauty and complexity of the food production process, as well as the potential for improvement to benefit the environment, health, and safety of those involved in producing and consuming food. Throughout the film, Geyrhalter is careful to present an unbiased view of the industry, neither condemning nor celebrating the current state of food production.

From Directors: Joe Cross, Kurt Engfehr, starring Joe Cross, Amy Badberg, Merv Cross, Virginia Cross
Rated Not Rated

Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead is a 2010 independent documentary that follows Joe Cross, an Australian entrepreneur, and Kurt Engfehr, a US-based doctor, as they explore the effects of a 60-day juice fast. Joe, who suffers from a rare autoimmune disease, embarks on a journey to regain his health by drinking only freshly made fruit and vegetable juices. Along the way, he meets and encourages Phil, an overweight American truck driver, to take up a similar challenge. As both men battle their respective health issues, they discover the power of juicing. The documentary shows the remarkable transformation that takes place in both of their lives, as Joe and Phil embark on a journey of health and self-discovery.

From Davis Guggenheim, starring Al Gore, Billy West, George Bush, George W. Bush
Rated PG

From Morgan Spurlock, starring Morgan Spurlock, Daryl Isaacs, Chemeeka Walker, Dania Abu-Rmaileh
Rated PG-13

From Jean-Paul Jaud, starring Star: Perico Légasse
Rated TV-G

From Directors: Laura Gabbert, Justin Schein, starring Colin Beavan, Michelle Conlin
Rated Not Rated

From Richard Linklater, starring Greg Kinnear, Bruce Willis, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Wilmer Valderrama
Rated R