# The Truffle Hunters (2020)

> An affectionate, visually sumptuous documentary about elderly Piedmontese truffle hunters, their devoted dogs, and a secretive tradition caught between nature and luxury commerce.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/460563

## Facts

- Runtime: 84 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Michael Dweck, Gregory Kershaw
- Cast: Carlo Gonella, Sergio Cauda, Aurelio Conterno, Angelo Gagliardi, Maria Cicciù, Gianfranco Curti, Paolo Stacchini, Piero Botto
- TMDB rating: 7.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11394318/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, warm, whimsical, lazy afternoon, food focused viewing

## Synopsis

A journey into the hidden world of truffle hunting reveals the delicate balance between nature and greed.

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