Dewayne "Lee" Johnson develops terminal cancer after years of using Roundup, leading to a landmark court case against Monsanto Co.
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Dewayne "Lee" Johnson develops terminal cancer after years of using Roundup, leading to a landmark court case against Monsanto Co.
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Synopsis
Dewayne "Lee" Johnson, a groundskeeper from California, developed rashes in 2014 that led to a terminal cancer diagnosis. As he investigates the cause, he links his illness to years of using Roundup, a herbicide produced by Monsanto. Johnson's health crisis escalates into a landmark legal battle against the agrochemical giant, culminating in the Johnson v. Monsanto Co. case. The film documents his fight for justice, reflecting broader issues of accountability within the agrochemical industry.
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Why Watch
- Meet Dewayne Johnson and learn his story.
- See the impact of Roundup on health.
- Follow a landmark legal battle against Monsanto.
Did You Know
- Dewayne Johnson's cancer is linked to Roundup exposure.
- The film premiered at the 2022 Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival.
- Johnson v. Monsanto Co. is a landmark court case.
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Who directed the documentary Into the Weeds?
Into the Weeds was directed by Jennifer Baichwal.
What is the main subject of the documentary Into the Weeds?
The documentary centers on Dewayne 'Lee' Johnson, who claims his terminal cancer is due to exposure to the herbicide Roundup.
When did Into the Weeds premiere?
Into the Weeds premiered as the opening film of the 2022 Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival.
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