Herbicide Trials (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1984, Herbicide Trials is a documentary film directed by Neal Livingston, running about 49 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1983, fifteen Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, landowners went to court to stop the spraying of herbicides by the local subsidiary of a Swedish multinational on forests adjacent to their properties. They found that the testimony of scientists and the support of public opinion, both here and abroad, were not enough to win their case. The film shows their ordeal and the landmark Sydney trial. Concerns raised included potential conflict-of-interest situations where a government must protect citizens' health while supporting certain kinds of industry; the relative value of the political and judicial processes in mediating social problems; and the need for a public forum for debating environmental issues. The film contains outstanding footage from chemical-industry films of the 1950s and recent material about Vietnam veterans affected by Agent Orange.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Herbicide Trials has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Herbicide Trials page.
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- Where can I watch Herbicide Trials (1984)?
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- Is Herbicide Trials worth watching?
- Herbicide Trials holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Herbicide Trials released?
- Herbicide Trials was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 49 minutes.