The Grain That Built a Hemisphere
Seen it?1943 | 11 min | Documentary, Animation
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With almost no lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for animation lovers and the curious.
- The mood
- Feel-good, eye-opening.
- The pace
- Moves along nicely, at 11 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1943: an older pace and style.
This animated documentary outlines the history and importance of corn in North America.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsBelow par
Nominated for 1 Oscar.
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 2K people sought it out in the past year
More like this
Buena Vista Social Club
Sunday Safe BetAnother documentary, and a safe bet for a quiet night.
Beyond Infinity: Buzz and the Journey to Lightyear
Monday Morning MaybeAnother documentary. Fair warning: it's a Monday Morning Maybe.
Baraka
Saturday SpecialAnother documentary that's easy to miss.
African Cats Weeknight WatchAnother documentary, though it's more of a weeknight watch.
Want more like this, picked just for you? Get my picks
Cast & crew
Directed by Bill Justice