Nearly every piece of plastic ever created has been reduced to microplastics, now found in the air, water, and soil.
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Nearly every piece of plastic ever created has been reduced to microplastics, now found in the air, water, and soil.
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Ziya Tong, a science journalist, investigates the pervasive issue of microplastics in "Plastic People." The film features interviews with leading scientists who reveal the presence of these tiny particles in human organs, blood, and brain tissue. Tong conducts personal experiments in her home, testing her food and environment for plastic contamination. The documentary premiered at the 2024 South by Southwest Film & TV Festival and later aired on CBC Television in March 2025 as part of The Nature of Things.
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Why Watch
- See how microplastics affect human health.
- Meet experts like Susan Freinkel and Ziya Tong.
- Find out about the corporate role in plastic pollution.
Did You Know
- The film premiered at the 2024 South by Southwest Film & TV Festival.
- Plastic People had its Canadian premiere at the DOXA Documentary Film Festival.
- The documentary was broadcast by CBC Television in March 2025.
- The film has a duration of 84 minutes.
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Who directed the documentary Plastic People?
Plastic People was directed by Ben Addelman and Ziya Tong.
When did Plastic People premiere at the South by Southwest Film & TV Festival?
Plastic People premiered at the 2024 South by Southwest Film & TV Festival.
What is the duration of the documentary Plastic People?
Plastic People has a duration of 84 minutes.
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