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Origins of a Meal (1979): Cast

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Origins of a Meal is a 1979 documentary starring Luc Moullet and Antonietta Pizzorno. It runs 1 hour 55 minutes.

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Origins of a Meal (1979) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 55m (115 min)
Genre
Documentary
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Origins of a Meal About?

The premise of Origins of a Meal without spoilers.

Bananas, eggs and tuna appear on Moullet’s plate, each tracing back to a vastly different source. He builds the documentary by retracing their journeys from farm, sea and market to the table, revealing complex supply chains. As the investigation widens, the film expands into political and social commentary, linking food systems to broader cultural issues and even to the nature of filmmaking itself.

Origins of a Meal Themes & Keywords

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  • banana
  • fishermen
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  • supermarket manager
  • industrial
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  • killing a fish
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  • human behavior
  • satire of capitalist society
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Cast & crew

Origins of a Meal Cast

Luc Moullet leads the cast, with Antonietta Pizzorno.

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Origins of a Meal Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “Genèse d'un repas” and “Genesis of a Meal”.

Also known as
  • Genèse d'un repas
  • Genesis of a Meal

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FAQ

Origins of a Meal FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Origins of a Meal, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Origins of a Meal?

Origins of a Meal runs 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).

When was Origins of a Meal released?

Origins of a Meal was released on February 1, 1979.

Who is in the cast of Origins of a Meal?

Origins of a Meal stars Luc Moullet and Antonietta Pizzorno.

Does Origins of a Meal have a post-credit scene?

No. Origins of a Meal has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Origins of a Meal in?

The original language of Origins of a Meal is French.

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