Mais im Bundeshuus: le génie helvétique

Nov 3 2004 N/A 1h 30m
Documentary, Thriller

In room 87 of the Federal Palace, a parliamentary committee is discussing a future law authorising the use of GMOs in our food. Jean-Stéphane Bron sets up camp with his camera at the door of the political kitchen, following it as it dishes up various tactics, power plays and twists. This irresistible political thriller was the film that introduced the director to a wide audience.

Plot

"Mais im Bundeshuus - le génie helvétique" ("Corn in Parliament") is a vertiginous journey down the corridors of the Federal Parliament building in Bern. Constructed as a feature film, it follows the adventures of a parliamentary committee established to create a bill on genetic engineering (Gen-Lex). This political thriller reveals both sides of the coin, namely that of those who have invested, economic interests and of those who fear the negative effects of this revolutionary technology. Amusing, tender, and humane, all the while clearly illustrating the limits of the system, the film functions as a tale of universal power.

Written by

Jean-Stéphane Bron

Directed by

Jean-Stéphane Bron

Cast

Jacques Neirynck, Josef Kunz, Liliane Chappuis

Crew

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Production Countries

Switzerland

Languages

Deutsch, Français

Awards

2 wins

Scores
# of Votes
206
Average Rating
7.4 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA