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Deep Dive: An Inconvenient Truth (2006)

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An Inconvenient Truth
An Inconvenient Truth is a documentary directed by Davis Guggenheim that follows Al Gore's efforts to educate the public about global warming. The film is based on a slide show that Gore has presented over 1,000 times globally, which includes detailed graphs, flow charts, and visuals. It combines Gore's personal experiences with scientific data to convey the urgency of the climate crisis. The film begins with Gore introducing himself and expressing his frustration at the lack of public awareness regarding climate change. The documentary premiered at the 2006 Sundance Film Festival and was released in theaters on May 24, 2006. It received critical acclaim, winning two Academy Awards and grossing $24 million in the US. The film has been credited with raising international awareness of global warming and has been incorporated into science curricula worldwide, despite some controversy regarding the data presented.

Why Watch

  • •See Al Gore's notable slide show on climate change.
  • •Find out how the film influenced environmental awareness.
  • •Meet the team behind the documentary's production.

Did You Know

•Al Gore has presented his slide show over 1,000 times worldwide.
•The film won two Academy Awards for Best Documentary Feature and Best Original Song.
•An Inconvenient Truth grossed $24 million in the US and $26 million internationally.
•The sequel, An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power, was released on July 28, 2017.

Perfect For

Environmental activismClimate science educationDocumentary film enthusiasts