PlantPure Nation
| PlantPure Nation | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Nelson Campbell |
| Written by | Nelson Campbell and Lee Fulkerson |
| Produced by | Nelson Campbell |
| Starring | |
| Distributed by | Evan Saxon Productions |
Release date |
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Running time | 1h 35m |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
PlantPure Nationis a 2015 Americandocumentary filmthat advocates for awhole-food,plant-based diet.
Synopsis[edit]
PlantPure Nationfeatures interviews with Dr.Michael Greger,Dr.Neal Barnard,and ProfessorT. Colin Campbell.It also follows Campbell's son, Nelson Campbell, as he attempts to establish a plant-based health initiative inMebane, North Carolina,[1]after House Bill 550 failed to pass in theKentucky House of Representatives.[2][3]Bill 550 would have established a two-week plant-based pilot nutrition program in EasternKentucky.The Bill described the pilot as "a science-based education component" and that it was "a nationally recognized online nutrition education program."[3][4]
Reception[edit]
PETAgave the film a positive review stating, "check to see if it’s coming to a theater near you, rent it, purchase it, and share it. Seriously, it’s a really motivational movie."[5]HuffPost'sreview was similarly positive, stating that the film "presents a compelling case and offers a simple solution to pervasive health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity."[6]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^"Movie on a Mission: PlantPure Nation".Vegetarian Times.October 30, 2020.RetrievedJanuary 26,2024.
- ^Ricks, Cedric (August 28, 2015)."Film Documentary 'PlantPure Nation' Comes to UC".University of Cincinnati.RetrievedJanuary 26,2024.
- ^abPatrick, Melissa (September 9, 2015)."Political documentary about Ky. legislative effort to recognize the health benefits of plant-based diet debuts in Louisville Sept. 17".University of Kentucky.RetrievedJanuary 26,2024.
- ^Downs, Jere (September 5, 2015)."After 'Forks Over Knives,' new 'PlantPure Nation' shows Ky health battle".Courier Journal.RetrievedJanuary 26,2024.
- ^Moore, Heather (July 8, 2015)."Fresh, Juicy Tomatoes for 'PlantPure Nation'".PETA.RetrievedJanuary 26,2024.
- ^Israel, Ira (2015-06-29)."'PlantPure Nation:' Film Review ".HuffPost.Retrieved2024-01-27.
