Description
In the mid 1980s, scientists unlocked the genetic
keys to manipulating our world. Suddenly everything seemed possible!
There would be no more hunger or malnutrition; diseases would be
vanquished and poverty wiped out. But twenty years on the situation
looks very different. From the loss of biodiversity to health scares
about GM food, the effects of genetic technology are prompting more and
more debate. Our documentary this week is an intelligent look at both
sides of the issue. Made for ARTE.
Across the
world, multinationals like Monsanto are meeting with unexpected
resistance to their genetically modified products. But are these
concerns justified? Or are activists battling the forces of progress?
Renowned filmmakers Bertram Verhaag and Gabriele Krober sets out on a
global journey to explore the development of genetic technology.
Spanning three continents and beautifully filmed, this high quality doc
hears from the scientists, farmers and activists at the heart of the
debate.
Tags
Bertram Verhaag, Gabriele Kröber, life running out of control, out of control, monsanto, genetic, technology, journey, global, development, clinton, genetically, disease, effect, gm, food, arte