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Triumph of the Tomato

2013
  • 49m
  • September 13, 2013

Overview

The original Peruvian tomat'l -«swollen fruit»- was yellow and the Conquistadors prized it for its blossom. But in Europe under the Spanish sun its lycopene went wild; rounded and red, it became irresistible. In Austria they still call it the «paradise fruit», and in Italy the «golden apple». This was surely the real forbidden fruit in the world's first seduction! Today's obsession with shape, size and long shelf-life has reduced the once glorious tomato to mushy tastelessness. But the counter-revolution has started!

Details

Status
Released
Release date
September 13, 2013
Original language
English
Spoken languages
English, French, German
Production
ORF
Budget
Not recorded
Revenue
Not recorded
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