Six major chemical companies are linked to decades of pollution and cancer-causing chemicals while also holding patents on untested genetically modified crops.
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Six major chemical companies are linked to decades of pollution and cancer-causing chemicals while also holding patents on untested genetically modified crops.
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In Sarnia, Ontario, a chemical plant looms large over the community. The Idiot Cycle investigates six major chemical companies, including Dow Chemical and Monsanto, that produce carcinogenic chemicals while also developing cancer treatments. This 2009 documentary questions the safety of genetically modified crops patented by these firms, which have not undergone long-term health testing. Filmed across North America and Europe, it presents a stark view of industrial pollution and its effects.
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- Find out which six companies are linked to cancer-causing pollution.
- See the locations where the film was shot across multiple countries.
- Meet the filmmakers who challenge corporate ethics in health.
Did You Know
- The film claims six major chemical companies are linked to cancer-causing pollution.
- It was filmed in 12 different locations across North America and Europe.
- The documentary won the 'Green Report' Award at the Romanian Film Festival in 2009.
- The film has appeared at four international film festivals, including RIDM in Montreal.
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What year was The Idiot Cycle released?
The Idiot Cycle was released in 2009.
Which countries were involved in the production of The Idiot Cycle?
The film was shot in Canada, the United States, the Netherlands, France, Italy, Germany, Belgium, England, and Northern Ireland.
What award did The Idiot Cycle win?
The film won the 'Green Report' Award at the Romanian Film Festival Document.Art.
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