Black Coffee
Synopsis
Black Coffee is a 2007 Canadian documentary film examining the complicated history of coffee and detailing its political, social, and economic influence from the past to the present day. The film details how coffee is the eighth most traded legal commodity in the world. It is also the fourth most valuable agricultural commodity. However, only one cent of a $2 cup of coffee goes to the grower.[1] This inequality has helped shape the history of continents and the Cold War.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Irene Lilienheim Angelico
- Screenplay & Story
- Harold Crooks, Irene Lilienheim Angelico
- Original Title
- Black Coffee
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 52m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Irene Lilienheim Angelico
Harold Crooks, Irene Lilienheim Angelico
Ina Fichman
Department Leadership Roster
Ina Fichman
Producer
Harold Crooks
Writer
Irene Lilienheim Angelico
Writer
Irene Lilienheim Angelico
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Coffee
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What is Black Coffee about?
Black Coffee is a 2007 Canadian documentary film examining the complicated history of coffee and detailing its political, social, and economic influence from the past to the present day. The film details how coffee is the eighth most traded legal commodity in the world. It is also the fourth most valuable agricultural commodity. However, only one cent of a $2 cup of coffee goes to the grower.[1] This inequality has helped shape the history of continents and the Cold War.
Who directed Black Coffee?
Black Coffee was directed by Irene Lilienheim Angelico.
Who stars in Black Coffee?
The principal cast of Black Coffee includes Helen King, Jerry Baldwin, Dominique Bouche, Sarah Crosby-Baker, Mert Karaibrahimoglu.
When was Black Coffee released and how long is it?
Black Coffee was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 2h 52m.