Big Boys Gone Bananas!*
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Big Boys Gone Bananas!*

The true story about a Swedish filmmaker, a banana corporation, dirty tricks, lawsuits, manipulation and the price of free speech.

6.8 2011 90m 4 min read
DocumentaryDrama

The conflict between Dole Food Company and Swedish filmmaker Fredrik Gertten unfolds dramatically in the documentary "BIG BOYS GONE BANANAS!" as the corporation attempts to suppress Gertten's earlier film, "BANANAS!"—chronicling Nicaraguan workers' lawsuit against Dole. Initially selected for the 2009 Los Angeles Film Festival, "BANANAS!" was abruptly removed from competition, followed by a negative article in the Los Angeles Business Journal and legal threats from Dole's attorneys. Gertten captures this saga of corporate intimidation, media manipulation, and legal challenges in his documentary, showcasing the struggles documentary filmmakers face and highlighting the threat to freedom of speech posed by powerful corporations protecting their reputations.

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Fredrik Gertten

Fredrik Gertten

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Alex Rivera

Alex Rivera

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David Magdael

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Bart Simpson

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Dan Koeppel

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Searching for where to watch Big Boys Gone Bananas!* (2011) online? You're in the right place. Led by Fredrik Gertten and Alex Rivera, the film balances spectacle with character. Below you'll find an honest look at the story, the people behind it, and whether it deserves a spot in your queue.

The premise of Big Boys Gone Bananas!*, explained

At its core, Big Boys Gone Bananas!* follows a story that unfolds like this: The conflict between Dole Food Company and Swedish filmmaker Fredrik Gertten unfolds dramatically in the documentary "BIG BOYS GONE BANANAS!" as the corporation attempts to suppress Gertten's earlier film, "BANANAS!"—chronicling Nicaraguan workers' lawsuit against Dole. Initially selected for the 2009 Los Angeles Film Festival, "BANANAS!" was abruptly removed from competition, followed by a negative article in the Los Angeles Business Journal and legal threats from Dole's attorneys. Gertten captures this saga of corporate intimidation, media manipulation, and legal challenges in his documentary, showcasing the struggles documentary filmmakers face and highlighting the threat to freedom of speech posed by powerful corporations protecting their reputations.

Rather than rushing, the film lets tension build naturally, trusting the audience to keep up. The tagline — "The true story about a Swedish filmmaker, a banana corporation, dirty tricks, lawsuits, manipulation and the price of free speech." — captures that tone perfectly. For a frame-by-frame breakdown, the dedicated Wikipedia entry and IMDb trivia pages are excellent companions.

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What makes Big Boys Gone Bananas!* worth watching

There are plenty of documentary and drama titles competing for your attention, so why this one? It commits to its ideas instead of hedging, which is rarer than it should be.

At roughly 90 minutes, it respects your schedule while still going deep. Discussion threads tracked via Google Trends show steady, lasting interest.

Watch Big Boys Gone Bananas!* in Hindi (Hindi dubbed)

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The people behind Big Boys Gone Bananas!*

Big Boys Gone Bananas!* is anchored by Fredrik Gertten, Alex Rivera, David Magdael, and Bart Simpson, working under the direction of Fredrik Gertten. Casting is half the battle, and this ensemble pulls its weight.

Full credits, character details, and behind-the-scenes notes are catalogued on IMDb and TMDB for fans who want to go deeper.

Critical reception of Big Boys Gone Bananas!*

Big Boys Gone Bananas!* currently holds a 6.8/10 audience score based on 26 ratings, a solid mark that reflects how strongly it connects with its target audience. For a fuller picture, cross-reference scores on IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, and Metacritic before deciding.

The consensus is clear: this is a film that knows exactly what it wants to be.

The bottom line

Big Boys Gone Bananas!* is the kind of documentary and drama film that justifies the hype. Backed by a 6.8/10 rating, it's an easy recommendation. Press play above, then jump into the comments to share your take.

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