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Big Sugar (2005)

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Posted by Dan Weingarten on Feb. 27, 2011

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Documentary about Big Sugar, from its early days with ties to slavery to modern times with its detrimental effects on the everglades and political ties. Written & Directed by: Brian McKenna. Produced by: Galafilm in 2005.

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