Length: 02:04
Logline: A detailed look at the origins of the humble potato.
This starts off as your run of the mill boring made for TV factual documentary but soon delves off into an absurd scientific narration which takes its seemingly normal plot away from its convincingly realistic origins and into gross fantasy.
The bland matter-of-factly narration is key to keeping up the pretence. The constant spew of technical jargon coupled with the meaningless animated diagrams all adds to the illusion of truth. The increased pace of speech towards the end gives into disbelievability but is a welcome change as there is potential for the viewer to tune out from the droning voice.
The low picture quality helps give a vintage look to the footage which also aids credibility. A good selection of different shots, locations and graphics coupled with a quick edit creates momentum. Without any bells or whistles, it comes to it's natural conclusion and ends without any fuss.
Overall, and unexpected gem which is humorous, inventive and cunning.
Best Bit: The outlandish potato claims.
Worst Bit: The sieve in the too-green panful of liquid which spoils the illusion.
Final thought: Hmmm. Chips.
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