At the Fork

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At the Fork

Released Jul 13, 2016

1h 29m

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Am omnivore grapples with the moral aspects of farming animals for food and explores what goes on at a large-scale American farm.

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Kimber Myers

The Playlist

An enlightening doc about the ethics and morality of food that only occasionally feels like eating your vegetables.

Rated: B

Jul 8, 2016

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Michael Rechtshaffen

Los Angeles Times

Persuasively putting a face on the meals most of America consumes regularly without coming across as a sanctimonious expose, "At the Fork" serves up an even-handed perspective on the subject of eating ethically.

Jul 7, 2016

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Daphne Howland

Village Voice

A deeply personal and moving exploration given ballast by copious input from experts.

Jul 6, 2016

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Louis Proyect

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A remarkably intelligent case for the humane treatment of farm animals only marred by the inclusion of Whole Foods CEO who exploits prison labor for products in his grocery stores.

Jul 8, 2016

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Frank Lovece

Film Journal International

Well-shot shot documentary about ranchers pursuing humane alternatives to corporate agribusiness gives an evenhanded, journalistic portrait of the costs and benefits.

Jul 7, 2016

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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat

Spirituality & Practice

An examination of the ethical choices being made on behalf of animals raised for food.

Rated: 4/5

Jul 5, 2016

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francene b

Valuable insight for both Vegans and Omnivores. Inside look and interviews with farmers of both old time conventional and factory farming methods.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/18/23

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Audience Member

I appreciated that this movie showed all ends of the spectrum and the viewer was left to form her own opinion. Very well done.

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02/13/23

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Audience Member

Great film. Very informative without being preachy. Gives people insight on animals raised for food and how consumers can help this industry drive more humane practices.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/14/23

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Gorgeous cinematography, relatable characters, and shockingly-unbiased. I'm amazed at how open the farmers were -- kudos to the filmmakers for creating an environment for intimate and honest conversation!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/30/23

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Synopsis

Am omnivore grapples with the moral aspects of farming animals for food and explores what goes on at a large-scale American farm.

Director: John Papola
Producer: Cristina Colissimo, Jordana Glick-Franzheim, John Papola
Screenwriter: Cristina Colissimo, Lisa Versaci Papola, John Papola
Distributor: Emergent Order
Production Co: Emergent Order, Crossover Productions
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 13, 2016, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 29, 2016
Runtime: 1h 29m

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