description Soylent Green Overview
Soylent Green is a 1973 film set in a future plagued by environmental disaster—specifically, dying oceans and extreme weather—resulting in widespread poverty and population density. A police investigation unfolds amidst this crisis, ultimately revealing a disturbing solution to resource scarcity. The story combines science fiction elements with a procedural narrative exploring the consequences of ecological collapse.
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info Soylent Green Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1973 |
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What is the famous twist ending of Soylent Green?
The film reveals that the food product Soylent Green is manufactured from processed human remains. Charlton Heston's character, Detective Robert Thorn, shouts 'Soylent Green is people!' in one of cinema's most referenced twist endings.
What year is Soylent Green set in?
Soylent Green is set in the year 2022, depicting an overpopulated, environmentally devastated New York City. The film was released in 1973, making its dystopian vision about fifty years in the future.
What novel is Soylent Green based on?
The film is loosely based on the 1966 science fiction novel 'Make Room! Make Room!' by Harry Harrison. Notably, the cannibalism twist does not appear in the novel—it was created specifically for the film.
Is Soylent Green Edward G. Robinson's last film?
Yes, Soylent Green was Edward G. Robinson's final film role. He played Sol Roth, Thorn's research assistant, and died shortly after the film's production wrapped in early 1973.
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