Fantastic Fungi
- Documentary
A vivid journey into the mysterious subterranean world of mycelium and its fruit— the mushroom. A story that begins 3.5 billion years ago, fungi makes the soil that supports life, connecting vast systems of roots from plants and trees all over the planet, like an underground Internet. Through the eyes of renowned mycologist Paul Stamets, professor of forest ecology Suzanne Simard, best selling author Michael Pollan, food naturalist Eugenia Bone and others, we experience the power, beauty and complexity of the fungi kingdom.
Fantastic Fungi is a documentary that explores the hidden world of mushrooms and mycelium beneath the Earth's surface. Released in 2019, the film journeys through 3.5 billion years of fungal history and reveals how these organisms connect ecosystems across the planet. Guided by mycologist Paul Stamets, forest ecologist Suzanne Simard, and other experts, it uncovers the power and complexity of the fungal kingdom.
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Brie LarsonNarrator (voice)
Paul StametsSelf
Michael PollanSelf
Roland GriffithsSelf
Andrew WeilSelf- Mary P. CosmianoSelf
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Fantastic Fungi, Official Film Trailer | Moving Art by Louie Schwartzberg
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Fantastic Fungi — frequently asked
When did Fantastic Fungi come out?
The documentary was released on August 30, 2019.
Who are the main experts featured in the film?
The film features renowned mycologist Paul Stamets, professor of forest ecology Suzanne Simard, best-selling author Michael Pollan, and food naturalist Eugenia Bone, among others.
What is the main focus of Fantastic Fungi?
The documentary explores the subterranean world of mycelium and mushrooms, showing how fungi create soil, connect plant and tree root systems globally, and function like an underground Internet supporting all life on Earth.
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