The Films
The Humongous Fungus Among Us
- Year 2021
- Runtime 60 min
Staff Pick, Filmmaker in Attendance, Michigan Premiere
A quiet Upper Michigan town becomes the center of an international media frenzy after three scientists discover a record-breaking ‘Humongous Fungus’ living next door. Decades later, the town and the scientists continue to embrace the fungus as a growing symbol of community and wonder. Who will be crowned Mr. Fungi? Will there be a giant mushroom pizza? Will the ‘Humongous Fungus’ outlive us all?