In 1927, the Ford Motor Company attempted to establish rubber plantations along the Tapajós River, a key tributary of the Amazon.
Synopsis
In 1927, the Ford Motor Company attempted to establish rubber plantations along the Tapajós River, a key tributary of the Amazon.
Synopsis
Henry Ford's attempt to create rubber plantations on the Tapajós River in 1927 serves as the backdrop for this documentary. It traces the failure of Fordlandia and the subsequent shift to soybean cultivation in Brazil. The film discusses the environmental consequences of industrial agriculture and the impact on land use in the Amazon rainforest. Directed by Marcos Colón, it runs for 82 minutes.
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Why Watch
- See Henry Ford's failed Amazon rubber project.
- Find out about soybean cultivation's impact on the Amazon.
- Meet Brazilian history and its industrialization.
Did You Know
- Henry Ford attempted to create rubber plantations in the Amazon in 1927.
- The film discusses the shift from rubber to soybean cultivation for export.
- The Tapajós River is a primary tributary of the Amazon.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What year did the Ford Motor Company attempt to establish rubber plantations in the Amazon?
The Ford Motor Company attempted to establish rubber plantations on the Tapajós River in 1927.
What crop succeeded rubber cultivation in the Amazon according to the documentary?
Soybean cultivation for export succeeded rubber cultivation in the Amazon.
Who directed the documentary 'Beyond Fordlandia'?
The documentary 'Beyond Fordlandia' was directed by Marcos Colón.
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