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201711 minPGdoc-short

Plates

201711 minPGdoc-short

Interviews with UK community members address food wastage and food poverty, offering advice and animations in an 11-minute film aimed at raising awareness.

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Interviews with UK community members address food wastage and food poverty, offering advice and animations in an 11-minute film aimed at raising awareness.

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Interviews with community members in the UK address two major issues: food wastage and food poverty. The film includes animations that explain both topics clearly. It presents advice on reducing food waste and emphasizes the need to assist those facing food poverty. Running for 11 minutes, Plates focuses on educating the public about these pressing concerns. The 2017 documentary aims to foster awareness and promote community action.

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