A filmmaker is sued for his coverage of a legal battle between Nicaraguans and the biggest fruit company in the world.
In 2009, Swedish documentary filmmaker Fredrik Gertten released his film "Bananas!*", telling the story of a lawsuit brought by 12 Nicaraguans against the multinational Dole Food Company.
But before it was due to premiere at a Los Angeles film festival, the company filed a lawsuit against Gertten and his company for defamation.
What follows is a compelling, personal story that Gertten captured on film about his legal battle, and the fight to save his livelihood and reputation by fighting for freedom of speech.
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