Food, Inc. (2008) movie poster

Food, Inc. (2008)

"You'll never look at dinner the same way again."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 88% (RT: 95%, MC: 80) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Documentary

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Director
Robert Kenner
Runtime
1h 34m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.4/10 (645 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
95%
Metacritic
80
Cast
Michael Pollan as Himself
Eric Schlosser as Himself
Richard Lobb as Himself - National Chicken Council
Vince Edwards as Himself - Tyson Grower
Carole Morison as Herself - Perdue Grower
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 645 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 88%.
Overview
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Michael Pollan spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Food, Inc. is a 2008 documentary film directed by Robert Kenner. 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.

The film has been rated by 645 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a documentary film, Food, Inc. delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Food, Inc. (2008) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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