Seed: The Untold Story Defending the Future of Food
In the last century, 94% of our seed varieties have disappeared. A cadre of 10 agrichemical companies, including Syngenta, Bayer, and Monsanto, controls over two-thirds of the global seed market, reaping unprecedented profits.
SEED: THE UNTOLD STORY follows passionate seed-keepers protecting our 12,000 year-old food legacy. These farmers, scientists, lawyers and indigenous people are fighting a David and Goliath battle to defend the future of our food. In a harrowing and heartening story, these heroes rekindle a lost connection to our most treasured resource and revive a culture connected to seeds.
Winner of 15 international film festival awards, including the Environmental Award at Sheffield Doc/Fest.
"A rare documentary from filmmakers who are not just capable but also in love with their craft." - ***The Village Voice ***
"This is a gorgeously made film, put together with as much care as it's subjects devote to saving the remaining varieties of seeds." - ***The L.A. Times ***
Running Time
96 mins
Year
2016
Kanopy ID
2319518
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