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Soylent Green Trailer

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Released in 1973, Soylent Green depicts a future in which human over-consumption has led to extreme depletion of resources. This now-amusing 1970's science fiction film reflects a concern about human consumption commonly felt at that time.

Aired: 02/15/10

Rating: NR

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