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Fast Food Nation is a 2006 American comedy-drama film directed by Richard Linklater and written by Eric Schlosser and Richard Linklater. The film is based on Schlosser's non-fiction book of the same name, which explores the impact of the fast food industry on public health. The story centers around Don Anderson (Greg Kinnear), a fictionalized version of Carl's Jr.'s CEO, who becomes embroiled in a series of events that highlight the darker side of the fast food business. The film is presented as a mockumentary, with characters frequently breaking into direct address to provide commentary on the industry and its consequences. The narrative follows two main storylines. The first focuses on the journey of a batch of "mystery meat" from a Texas slaughterhouse to a Taco Bell restaurant in Santa Teresa, New Mexico. Along the way, it passes through various hands, including those of migrant workers who toil in grueling conditions for low wages. The second storyline revolves around Rick (Wilmer Valderrama), a Taco Bell employee who becomes disillusioned with his job and begins to question the ethics of the fast food industry. He eventually joins forces with Don Anderson's daughter, Amber (Eva Mendes), a social activist who is working to expose the truth about the health risks associated with fast food. As the film unfolds, it delves into issues such as worker exploitation, the effects of fast food on public health, and the ways in which corporate interests can influence government policy. Through its various storylines, Fast Food Nation paints a scathing portrait of an industry that prioritizes profit over people and the environment. Throughout the film, Linklater employs his signature blend of humor, satire, and social commentary to tackle some of the most pressing issues of our time. The result is a thought-provoking and often uncomfortable exploration of the consequences of America's love affair with fast food.

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