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Business of Death

  • Video by: Alejandro Cardenas , Jennifer Wachtell, Max Joseph, Daniel Cardenas
  • Posted: October 29, 2007 at 9:38 pm
Originating in the mid-19th Century, the modern funeral has evolved into an economic and cultural monster, with a vast network of supporting industries and myriad options for your earthly remains. This original GOOD animation takes you inside the business of death..
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