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Enjoy Poverty (2009)

Movie ★ 6.0 90 min

Documentary

An investigation of the emotional and economic value of Africa's most lucrative export: filmed poverty. Deep in the interiors of the Congo, Dutch artist Renzo Martens single-handedly undertakes an epic journey and launches an emancipatory program that helps the poor become aware of what is their primary capital resource: Poverty. After three years of traveling through the Democratic Republic of the Congo he asks the question: "Who owns poverty?

Renzo Martens Writer Renzo Martens Director

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Released
June 4, 2009
Runtime
90 min
IMDb
tt1444307

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Frequently asked questions

What is Enjoy Poverty about?
An investigation of the emotional and economic value of Africa's most lucrative export: filmed poverty. Deep in the interiors of the Congo, Dutch artist Renzo Martens single-handedly undertakes an epic journey and launches an emancipatory program that helps the poor become aware of what is their primary capital resource: Poverty. After three years of traveling through the Democratic Republic of the Congo he asks the question: "Who owns poverty?
Who directed Enjoy Poverty?
Enjoy Poverty was directed by Renzo Martens.
When was Enjoy Poverty released?
Enjoy Poverty is a 2009 documentary film.
Where can I watch Enjoy Poverty?
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