This movie was a definite eye opener in a lot of ways. The journey Judith went to gather information about PVC was very detailed and informative, showing both sides of the argument in the case of PVC. Her constant pursuit of PVC information lead her down many roads, which she trudged through to deliver what was a clear message: the pros and cons of PVC. In a way, the facts about PVC are brutally honest to the point that it was upsetting: the regret that something used for so many important things, is toxic. It feels as if we really never learn our lesson when it comes to manufacturing products: the procedures these companies use will lead them to many toxic substances while the same protocols and budget calculations are similar to what was used decades ago.
As we become more informed as time goes on, it seems to annoy people a lot more when yet another product has health hazards. There are so many risks involved in so many things we use, I find it impossible to keep track of all of them. While being informed about many issues is vital, where do we stop? How should we prioritize what is and isn't important? I think one subtle lesson I learned from this experience is that nothing is perfect, and we should weigh the costs and benefits of the products we consume, or the things we endorse.
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