Documentary Description
In the mid 1980s, scientists unlocked the genetic keys to
manipulating our world. Suddenly everything seemed possible! There
would be no more hunger or malnutrition; diseases would be vanquished
and poverty wiped out. But twenty years on the situation looks very
different. From the loss of biodiversity to health scares about GM
food, the effects of genetic technology are prompting more and more
debate. Our documentary this week is an intelligent look at both sides
of the issue. Made for ARTE.
Across the world, multinationals like Monsanto are
meeting with unexpected resistance to their genetically modified
products. But are these concerns justified? Or are activists battling
the forces of progress? Renowned filmmakers Bertram Verhaag and
Gabriele Krober sets out on a global journey to explore the development
of genetic technology. Spanning three continents and beautifully
filmed, this high quality doc hears from the scientists, farmers and
activists at the heart of the debate.
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