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6.8/10 • 22

2011-11-191h 30m

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The true story about a Swedish filmmaker, a banana corporation, dirty tricks, lawsuits, manipulation and the price of free speech.

The conflict between Dole Food Company and Swedish filmmaker Fredrik Gertten unfolds dramatically in the documentary "BIG BOYS GONE BANANAS!" as the corporation attempts to suppress Gertten's earlier film, "BANANAS!"—chronicling Nicaraguan workers' lawsuit against Dole. Initially selected for the 2009 Los Angeles Film Festival, "BANANAS!" was abruptly removed from competition, followed by a negative article in the Los Angeles Business Journal and legal threats from Dole's attorneys. Gertten captures this saga of corporate intimidation, media manipulation, and legal challenges in his documentary, showcasing the struggles documentary filmmakers face and highlighting the threat to freedom of speech posed by powerful corporations protecting their reputations.

Directors
Fredrik Gertten
Writters
Fredrik Gertten

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  1. Fredrik Gertten

    Fredrik Gertten

    Self

  2. Alex Rivera

    Alex Rivera

    Self

  3. David Magdael

    David Magdael

    Self

  4. Bart Simpson

    Bart Simpson

    Self

  5. Dan Koeppel

    Dan Koeppel

    Self

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English
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