King Corn

King Corn delves into the heart of America's fast food culture as it follows two college friends on an eye-opening journey to uncover the true extent of corn's domination in our food systems. Through a mix of curiosity, naiveté, and determination, they embark on an endeavor to grow one acre of corn in their ancestral hometown of Greene, Iowa. Guided by real farmers, government subsidies, and genetically modified seeds, the duo soon finds themselves immersed in a surreal world where corn's prevalence is both comical and concerning.The documentary intertwines humor with the unsettling revelations of America's modern food industry, shedding light on the hidden connections between corn production and our daily dietary choices. As viewers accompany these young investigators in their pursuit to understand how a simple grain has come to dominate the nation's food pyramid, they will be both entertained and enlightened by the unveiling of industry secrets and the absurdities inherent in the current system.King Corn is not just an exploration of one man's acre, but rather a revelatory look at the intricacies of America's food chain and the underlying factors shaping our country's culinary landscape. It offers an engaging and enlightening experience that challenges our understanding of what we eat and how it reaches our plates.