Matthew Simmons, along with petroleum geologists and former OPEC officials, discusses the impending crisis of global oil production and its economic implications.
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Matthew Simmons, along with petroleum geologists and former OPEC officials, discusses the impending crisis of global oil production and its economic implications.
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Matthew Simmons, a CEO in energy investment banking, discusses the looming crisis of global oil production in A Crude Awakening: The Oil Crash. Directed by Basil Gelpke and Ray McCormack, the 2006 documentary features interviews with petroleum geologists and former OPEC officials. It presents data and predictions about peak oil and the world's dependence on petroleum for daily life. The film warns of dire economic consequences if cheap oil runs out, including potential conflicts over dwindling resources.
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Why Watch
- Meet experts like Matthew Simmons and Dr. Colin Campbell.
- Find out what happens when cheap oil runs out.
- See archival footage from the peak of oil production.
Did You Know
- Matthew Simmons, a CEO in energy investment banking, is featured in the film.
- The documentary claims that a global peak in oil production is imminent.
- It suggests that economies reliant on oil could face consequences similar to the Great Depression.
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Who directed A Crude Awakening: The Oil Crash?
A Crude Awakening: The Oil Crash was directed by Basil Gelpke and Ray McCormack.
What is the main focus of A Crude Awakening: The Oil Crash?
The documentary focuses on the theory of global peak oil production and the implications of running out of cheap oil.
What year was A Crude Awakening: The Oil Crash released?
A Crude Awakening: The Oil Crash was released in 2006.
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