Why Joaquin Phoenix Wants You To Talk About This Movie With Everyone You Know

Actor Joaquin Phoenix is urging people to talk about the documentary "The Smell of Money," which explores the environmental racism in North Carolina caused by factory farm pollution. The film follows the legal battle between a community and Smithfield Foods, a pork company, highlighting the health risks and deaths associated with the pollution. Phoenix attended a screening of the documentary and emphasized the importance of spreading awareness about the issue.

Through his activism work, Phoenix aims to raise awareness about the link between factory farming and health threats. Executive producer Travon Free also emphasizes the need for people to pay attention to the issue and understand the consequences of industrial meat production. The documentary sheds light on the often overlooked environmental injustice that affects marginalized communities and urges viewers to take action by talking about the film and its message.