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As honeybees continue to disappear at an alarming rate, filmmakers George Langworthy and Maryam Henein probe the political, economic, and ecological overtones of "Colony Collapse Disorder." In illustr... read more read more...ating the ancient connection between the human race and the honeybee, Langworthy and Henein attempt not only to solve this disturbing mystery, but to provide us with suggestions for reversing it. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Unrated, 1 hr. 27 min.

Directed by: George Langworthy, Maryam Henein

Release Date: April 20, 2011

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DVD Release Date: June 14, 2011

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  • trisarahtops22
    November 2, 2011
    trisarahtops22
    I didn't think it was a great documentary, but the subject was interesting.

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Critic Reviews

Rob Nelson
April 26, 2011
Rob Nelson, Variety

Hypnotic slo-mo images of honeybees flapping their wings are about all that distinguishes the docu Vanishing of the Bees from a well-researched article on its subject. Full Review

Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
June 7, 2011
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice

A cogent documentary exploring the causes of the global disappearance of honeybees who play such a crucial role in our ecosystem. Full Review

Mike McGranaghan
June 6, 2011
Mike McGranaghan, Aisle Seat

Both frightening and inspiring. Full Review

Brent Simon
May 22, 2011
Brent Simon, Shockya.com

Shines a light on a fascinating and important subject, but also suffers some from comparatively lax filmmaking, failing to provide the sort of detail which would more robustly engage the typical laype... Full Review

Stuart McGurk
October 16, 2009
Stuart McGurk, Sunday Times (UK)

Well intentioned and urgent - but let down by hammy narration, a made-for-TV budget and a blatant plug for its co-sponsor, the Co-op. Full Review

Philip French
October 16, 2009
Philip French, Observer [UK]

A serious, didactic, rather rambling documentary. Full Review

Derek Malcolm
October 16, 2009
Derek Malcolm, This is London

After watching this, you'll probably end up worrying as much as they do. Full Review

Anna Smith
October 9, 2009
Anna Smith, Empire Magazine

Fascinating subject expertly covered. Full Review

Derek Adams
October 9, 2009
Derek Adams, Time Out

There's little form to the structure, the editing is amateurish and the narration is puerile. It's a worthwhile subject - but the film is too poor to justify a release. Full Review

Daniel Etherington
October 9, 2009
Daniel Etherington, Film4

Its US focus is disappointing considering the global issues, the sound mix is terrible in places, there's some iffy animation. Full Review

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