The Dark Side of Chocolate

Our Eco Film on Friday, July 22nd will be The Dark Side of Chocolate.

Genre: Documentary. 46 minutes. 2010. Directed by: U. Roberto Romano, Miki Mistrati

Watch the full movie here:

A team of journalists investigate how human trafficking and child labour in the Ivory Coast fuels the worldwide chocolate industry. The crew interview both proponents and opponents of these alleged practices, and use hidden camera techniques to delve into the gritty world of cocoa plantations.

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