Bittersweet - Of Men and Bees

Surprised to learn that bees are considered the planet’s third most profitable farmed animal and that they even have consciousness, filmmaker Chris Peters is looking at honey through fresh eyes. Curious to learn more, he explores cutting-edge research into the consciousness of bees and enters the world of profit-oriented beekeeping with its far-reaching consequences for humanity  and for the wild bee which is under threat of extinction. Chris visits researchers, beekeepers and activists in Germany, France and the US, highlighting the need for sustainable alternatives to protect these essential pollinators.