The Botany of Desire
Director: Michael Schwarz
"A plant's-eye view of the world"
Featuring Michael Pollan and based on his best-selling book, this special takes viewers on an exploration of the human relationship with the plant world — seen from the plants' point of view. Narrated by Frances McDormand, the program shows how four familiar species — the apple, the tulip, marijuana and the potato — evolved to satisfy our yearnings for sweetness, beauty, intoxication.
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Cast
Frances McDormand
Narrator (voice)
Michael Pollan
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In brief
The Botany of Desire (2009) is a documentary film. With an average rating of 6.6/10 from 16 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 1h 56min. You can stream it on: PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Botany of Desire online?
The Botany of Desire is available on the following streaming services: PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.
How long is The Botany of Desire?
The Botany of Desire runs 116 minutes (1h 56min).
What rating does The Botany of Desire have?
The Botany of Desire has an average rating of 6.6/10 based on 16 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The Botany of Desire from?
The Botany of Desire was released in 2009.
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