"New York City's Underground Inhabitants: A Rat Problem Runs Deep. A gripping documentary short sheds light on the Big Apple's infamous rat infestation, delving into the complex issue through the eyes of experts and unconventional rat hunters. From the streets of Manhattan to the boroughs, the film spotlights the alarming prevalence of rodents in urban areas, particularly in low-income neighborhoods where sanitation and waste management are often inadequate. Meet the neuroscientist who's studied the behavior of urban rats, the educator who's made a career out of leading rat-watching tours, and the unlikely rat hunters who are taking matters into their own hands - literally. With a cast of characters as diverse as the city itself, this mini-documentary promises to expose the dark underbelly of New York City's rat problem and leave viewers wondering if there's a solution in sight."

Made a mini-doc about NYC’s rat problem. The cast: a neuroscientist who studied urban rat behavior, an educator who leads rat and garbage walking tours and talks about how the infestation hits poorer neighborhoods hardest, a guy who hunts rats on TikTok Live with a flashlight, and a crew of dogs who do it the old fashioned way. submitted by /u/Enough_Reindeer_6697 [link] [comments]