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202476 minPGdocumentary

Shelf Life

202476 minPGdocumentary

Cheese makers from various regions share their artisanal techniques and the aging process of cheese, highlighting its parallels to human aging and transformation.

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Cheese makers from various regions share their artisanal techniques and the aging process of cheese, highlighting its parallels to human aging and transformation.

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Ian Cheney

Ian Cheneydirector

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Cheese makers across the globe share their processes in Ian Cheney's 2024 film, Shelf Life. The documentary follows the aging of cheese and draws parallels to aging in humans. It features various locations and interviews with cheese artisans. The film runs for 76 minutes, offering insight into the art and science behind cheese production. It emphasizes the relationship between time, craft, and transformation.

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