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Director/Producer: Bertram Verhaag
Arpad Pusztai and Ignacio Chapela have two things in common. They are distinguished scientists and their careers are in ruins. Both scientists chose to look at the phenomenon of genetic engineering. Both made important discoveries. Both of them are suffering the fate of those who criticize the powerful vested interests that now dominate big business and scientific research. Statements made by scientists themselves prove that 95% of the research in the area of genetic engineering is paid by the industry. Only 5% of the research is independent. The big danger for freedom of science and our democracy is evident. Can the public still trust our scientists? This is a documentary thriller about how agro-chemical multinational corporations victimize international scientists to prevent them from publishing their disturbing findings.
Bertram Verhaag was born in Sosnowiec (Upper Silesia). He studied sociology and economics and worked for three years as a freelancer for the Urban Development Department in Munich. From 1972-1975 he worked in film and television for the University of Munich. Since 1976 he has been working with Claus Strigel with the DENKmal-Film production company.
Bertram Verhaag
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