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The Botany of Desire
“A plant's-eye view of the world”
6.6 / 10• 2009• 1h 56m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
Featuring Michael Pollan and based on his best-selling book, this special takes viewers on an exploration of the human relationship with the plant world — seen from the plants' point of view. Narrated by Frances McDormand, the program shows how four familiar species — the apple, the tulip, marijuana and the potato — evolved to satisfy our yearnings for sweetness, beauty, intoxication.
Cast & Crew
Frances McDormand
Narrator (voice)
Lead
Michael Pollan
Self
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Michael Schwarz's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Botany of Desire is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
