Plot — What is Big Boys Gone Bananas!* about?
The conflict between Dole Food Company and Swedish filmmaker Fredrik Gertten unfolds dramatically in the documentary "BIG BOYS GONE BANANAS!" as the corporation attempts to suppress Gertten's earlier film, "BANANAS!"—chronicling Nicaraguan workers' lawsuit against Dole. Initially selected for the 2009 Los Angeles Film Festival, "BANANAS!" was abruptly removed from competition, followed by a negative article in the Los Angeles Business Journal and legal threats from Dole's attorneys. Gertten captures this saga of corporate intimidation, media manipulation, and legal challenges in his documentary, showcasing the struggles documentary filmmakers face and highlighting the threat to freedom of speech posed by powerful corporations protecting their reputations.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2011 |
| Genre | Documentary, Drama |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 90 min |
| Audience Score | 68% (6.8/10, 26 votes) |
Big Boys Gone Bananas!* — FAQ
Is Big Boys Gone Bananas!* worth watching? Big Boys Gone Bananas!* holds a 6.8/10 rating from 26 viewers. The conflict between Dole Food Company and Swedish filmmaker Fredrik Gertten unfolds dramatically in the documentary "BIG BOYS GONE BANANAS!" as the corporation attempts to suppress Gertten's earlier film, "BANANAS!"—chr
Who directed Big Boys Gone Bananas!*? Directed by Fredrik Gertten.
Who is in the cast of Big Boys Gone Bananas!*? It stars Fredrik Gertten, Alex Rivera, David Magdael, Bart Simpson, Dan Koeppel.
Where can I stream Big Boys Gone Bananas!*? You can stream Big Boys Gone Bananas!* on Netflix, Disney Plus, GuideDoc, Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability may vary by region.
When did Big Boys Gone Bananas!* release? It released in 2011.
