Ratopolis (1973)
A study of the wily brown rat, humankind's unwanted companion throughout the world, whose bite on the world's food resources adds to the growing threat of shortage. In a normal, free-ranging environment, the rat is more than a match for its hosts and colonies flourish. Under abnormal conditions of restricted space and limited food, a rat colony loses all 'social' constraints on behaviour. The film has implicit analogies for all animal behaviour, including humanity's. Plagues, predators and extermination attempts are among the topics discussed.
Director: Gilles Therien
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 56 min
Release Date: January 1, 1973
Screenplay
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: fr
Keywords
rat
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Ratopolis about?
- A study of the wily brown rat, humankind's unwanted companion throughout the world, whose bite on the world's food resources adds to the growing threat of shortage. In a normal, free-ranging environment, the rat is more than a match for its hosts and colonies flourish. Under abnormal conditions of restricted space and limited food, a rat colony loses all 'social' constraints on behaviour. The film has implicit analogies for all animal behaviour, including humanity's. Plagues, predators and extermination attempts are among the topics discussed.
- Who directed Ratopolis?
- Ratopolis was directed by Gilles Therien.
- How long is Ratopolis?
- Ratopolis has a runtime of 56m (56 minutes).
- What genre is Ratopolis?
- Ratopolis is a Documentary film.
- Where was Ratopolis produced?
- Ratopolis was produced in Canada.