Anthony Bourdain’s ‘Parts Unknown’ Episode 7 Recap: A Tribute to Detroit
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Parts Unknown confirmed this season that its mission goes far beyond culinary or even cultural interests. It's entertainment that reveals and comments on today's socioeconomic realities, and we're all the better for it.
The last episode of Parts Unknown's second season is a tribute to Detroit, a part of America that is largely unknown to many outside of headlines decrying its bankrupt businesses and corrupt leaders.
It's a city that Anthony Bourdain unapologetically adores and unabashedly endorses. The episode was such a strong ending to the season not only because of its subject matter and Bourdain's enthusiasm, but because it showed off the talent and signature style of ZPZ Productions' film crew so beautifully.
The episode starts with a news reel on Detroit, which is described as the "the American city whose products have revolutionized our way of living."
Bourdain's tour guide through the ghost town of a city is journalist Charlie LeDuff
