Fast, Cheap & Out of Control (1997)

Plot

Errol Morris crafts a captivating tapestry in Fast, Cheap & Out of Control, exploring the unconventional passions of four men who channel their zeal into animal-related pursuits. A lion tamer delves into the psyche of wild creatures, while a dedicated topiary artist meticulously shapes hedges into lifelike bears and giraffes. A man fixates on the peculiarities of hairless mole rats, and an MIT scientist pushes boundaries with his innovative autonomous robots that mimic insect movement. Each narrative reveals the intersection of obsession and creativity, resulting in a thought-provoking exploration of human and animal connections.