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Originally Posted by gnorthcott  I wouldnt say any jacopetti/prosperi films could be classed as an atrocity.Powerfull and unflinching yes,but mostly extremely important works that changed the face of the documentary format forever |
I'm sorry, but I am going to have to disagree with you there. Africa Addio AKA Farewell Africa and Addio Zio Tom AKA Goodbye Uncle Tom are two indefensible films IMO. From racism to horrible, horrible animal cruelty and much more these two 'films' cover all the vilest traits of man unflinchingly. Now I love a good balanced documentary, but I would class these two as sensationalist.
I know that there will probably be some people jumping down my throat for saying the above, but I can tolerate most films and these are in a very rare breed that I found repulsive. Pure exploitation for the sake of it.