La Grande Invasion (2013)

La Grande Invasion (2013) poster

Our most mundane daily lives are full of chemicals. Embedded in plastics, detergents and toasters, nestled in food, cans, toys, shampoos, they are invisible and everywhere at once, including in our bodies. Consumer society and petrochemical magic wander into our little interiors under names that are strictly unknown and perfectly barbaric. Phthalates, brominated flame retardants, parabens, bisphenol-A have the unfortunate disadvantage of burglarizing our hormonal privacy: they are endocrine disruptors. For the renowned scientists who appear in this documentary, this chemical impregnation is not unrelated to the development of so-called modern diseases – from breast cancer to obesity. The observation, rather serious, does not prevent the film from taking the side of the second degree.

Director: Stéphane Horel
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
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Production: France Télévisions, Mosaïque Films
Country: France
Language: English, Français
Original Language: fr

Keywords

lobby, chemical industry, plastic pollution

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is La Grande Invasion about?
Our most mundane daily lives are full of chemicals. Embedded in plastics, detergents and toasters, nestled in food, cans, toys, shampoos, they are invisible and everywhere at once, including in our bodies. Consumer society and petrochemical magic wander into our little interiors under names that are strictly unknown and perfectly barbaric. Phthalates, brominated flame retardants, parabens, bisphenol-A have the unfortunate disadvantage of burglarizing our hormonal privacy: they are endocrine disruptors. For the renowned scientists who appear in this documentary, this chemical impregnation is not unrelated to the development of so-called modern diseases – from breast cancer to obesity. The observation, rather serious, does not prevent the film from taking the side of the second degree.
Who directed La Grande Invasion?
La Grande Invasion was directed by Stéphane Horel.
How long is La Grande Invasion?
La Grande Invasion has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is La Grande Invasion?
La Grande Invasion is a Documentary film.
Where was La Grande Invasion produced?
La Grande Invasion was produced in France.