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Chicken Real (1970)

7.019700h 23mEN
Documentary

Directed by Les Blank

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

0h 23m

Language

EN

Release

January 1, 1970

Director

Les Blank

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Overview

One of Les Blank's industrial films, which follows a Holly Farms "broiler" chicken from factory incubation to the county fair barbecue pit. A hilarious, disturbing and surreal look at a large-scale chicken farm producing 156 million chickens a year! Film includes lots of chicken songs and music reco...

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Chicken Real (1970), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

One of Les Blank's industrial films, which follows a Holly Farms "broiler" chicken from factory incubation to the county fair barbecue pit. A hilarious, disturbing and surreal look at a large-scale chicken farm producing 156 million chickens a year! Film includes lots of chicken songs and music recorded live in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2013.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Chicken Real. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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