What's Happening?
Eli Roth and Leonardo DiCaprio's Appian Way Productions, along with QC Entertainment, are collaborating on 'Death Boom', a documentary directed by Jessica Chandler. The film examines the contemporary death
care industry, highlighting its environmental and mental impacts. It explores the challenges faced by deathcare workers and the political, religious, and corporate barriers to adopting greener burial methods. The documentary aims to normalize conversations around death and promote sustainable practices.
Why It's Important?
'Death Boom' addresses critical issues within the death care industry, such as environmental degradation and the mental toll on workers. By exposing these challenges, the documentary could influence public policy and encourage the adoption of sustainable practices. It also seeks to change societal attitudes towards death, promoting open discussions and reducing stigma. This could lead to greater acceptance of alternative burial methods and a shift towards more environmentally friendly practices.
