Emma Watson Hosts Screening of “The True Cost”

Earlier this week, Emma Watson hosted a screening of a chilling new documentary, The True Cost. Emma hosted along side Andrew Morgan and Lucy Siegle.

The documentary is “a portrait of exploitation,” said the New York Times. CNBC stated that it “attacks the business of fast fashion.” The LA Times and many more gave their own chilling reviews.

The True Cost follows the creation of designer clothes in a fashion system that has nothing to do with the fashion industry today. The documentary tracks the global affects of consumerism and high cost of materialism, that leads to tragedies caused by sweat shops in third world countries. The film questions how an industry that generates millions in profits is unable to properly support many of its workers.

In addition to following the harm and exploitation of human workers, the documentary also features the severe ecological damage created by the fashion industry.

It is not surprising, giving her support to many philanthropic causes, that Emma would also through her support behind this one as well. Emma has been known to be a voice in the fashion industry, calling for fair trade fashion and a strengthening of women’s rights.

A disturbing and graphic (viewer discretion advised, especially for young fans) trailer of the documentary can be seen here, at truecostmovie.com. The documentary will be featured on Netflix, Apple TV, Amazon and more.