

Hundreds of tons of refuse are sorted daily at a recycling facility in the Boston area, revealing the scale of waste generated by society.
Synopsis
Hundreds of tons of refuse are sorted daily at a recycling facility in the Boston area, revealing the scale of waste generated by society.
Synopsis
Inside a recycling facility in the Boston area, workers sort hundreds of tons of refuse each day. They manage a continuous flow of materials, separating plastics, metals, and paper. The film captures the scale of waste generated by modern consumption. It shows the complex systems that handle this refuse, revealing the daily operations that keep the facility running. Directed by Toby Lee, Single Stream runs for 23 minutes and prompts reflection on the habits that contribute to this overwhelming volume of waste.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the inner workings of a Boston recycling facility.
- Find out how much waste is generated daily.
- Meet the people sorting hundreds of tons of refuse.
Did You Know
- The documentary features a recycling facility located in the Boston area.
- Hundreds of tons of refuse are sorted at the facility each day.
- The film has a runtime of 23 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed the documentary Single Stream?
Single Stream was directed by Toby Lee.
What is the duration of the documentary Single Stream?
The duration of Single Stream is 23 minutes.
In which year was Single Stream released?
Single Stream was released in 2014.
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