Maharajah burger / produced by Thomas Balmè.
| Other author | Balmès, Thomas. |
| Format | Video (Streaming) |
| Publication Info | New York, NY : Filmakers Library, 2000. |
| Description | 1 online resource (51 minutes) |
| Supplemental Content | https://go.openathens.net/redirector/ecu.edu?url=http://www.aspresolver.com/aspresolver.asp?FOOD;1689350 |
| Subjects |
| Abstract | This film takes a wry look at the cultural confrontation of East and West, as reflected in attitudes towards the cow. In India, the cow is revered and cared for well beyond its prime. We see a hospice where cows spend their last days in comfort. When the BBC reports on the mass slaughter of cows due to mad cow disease, the Indians are appalled. One suggests that the British send their sick and old cows to India for caretaking. When McDonald's opened up in New Delhi, featuring the Maharajah Burger, there was outrage at this affront. To many Indians it is a symbol of Western cultural imperialism -- Western greed undermining traditional values in India. One elderly maharajah hopefully observes that the Indian culture has survived thousands of years and will not succumb to this latest onslaught. |
| General note | Originally released as DVD. |
| General note | Title from resource description page (viewed May 24, 2011). |
| Spec. audience char. | For College; Adult audiences. |
| Other forms | Previously released as DVD. |
| Language | This edition in English and an undetertmined language with English subtitles. |
| Awards note | Grand Prix des Independents, 1998 |
| Awards note | Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival, 2000 |
| Issued in other form | Original version: |
| Genre/form | Nonfiction films. |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |