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84 minPG-13documentaryWorth an evening
7.5/ 10(47 ratings)• TMDB

Synopsis

A group of aging men and their dogs hunt for the prized Alba truffle, which can sell for over $3,000 per kilogram in Northern Italy.

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What Critics Say

This touching film about the truffle hunters of Piedmont offers a glimpse into a timeless, secretive way of life, and the deep companionship at its core.
Mark Kermode Observer film criticRead full article
July 11, 2021
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Why Watch

  • Meet aging truffle hunters in Northern Italy
  • See the bond between men and their dogs
  • Find out about the Alba truffle's significance

Did You Know

  • The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 30, 2020.
  • Sony Pictures Classics acquired distribution rights for $1.5 million.
  • 97% of 128 critics' reviews on Rotten Tomatoes are positive.
  • The film has a weighted average score of 85 out of 100 on Metacritic.

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Who directed The Truffle Hunters?

The Truffle Hunters was directed and produced by Michael Dweck and Gregory Kershaw.

When did The Truffle Hunters premiere at the Sundance Film Festival?

The Truffle Hunters had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 30, 2020.

What is the Rotten Tomatoes score for The Truffle Hunters?

On Rotten Tomatoes, 97% of 128 critics' reviews of The Truffle Hunters are positive, with an average score of 8.2/10.

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