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A Tale of Good Deeds and Unintended Consequences

The Man Who Tried to Feed the World (2020)

April 21, 202052mEN
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Overview

The Man Who Tried to Feed the World recounts the story of Norman Borlaug, a man who not only solved India's famine problem but would go on to lead a "Green Revolution" of worldwide agriculture programs estimated to have saved one billion lives. He was awarded the 1970 Nobel Peace Prize for his work but spent the rest of his life watching his methods and achievements come under increasing fire.

Director

Rob Rapley

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Original Language

English

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PBS American ExperienceGBH

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