Thousands of tons of electronic waste are exported to a toxic dump in Ghana, where scavengers salvage valuable materials from the hazardous environment.
Synopsis
Thousands of tons of electronic waste are exported to a toxic dump in Ghana, where scavengers salvage valuable materials from the hazardous environment.
Synopsis
At a toxic e-waste dump in Agbogbloshie, Ghana, scavengers sift through discarded electronics, searching for valuable materials. As global demand for electronic devices rises, manufacturers have not provided solutions for the resulting waste. The documentary, directed by Albert Juliá, captures the daily lives of those working in this hazardous environment. It presents their struggles and efforts to salvage what they can from the mountains of discarded technology, revealing the human cost of electronic consumption.
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Why Watch
- See Ghanaian lives amidst an e-waste dump.
- Meet the scavengers salvaging valuable materials.
- Find out about the lack of manufacturer solutions.
Did You Know
- Much of the e-waste from around the world is sent to Ghana.
- The documentary runs for 49 minutes, directed by Albert Juliá.
- Scavengers in Ghana work to salvage materials from toxic dumps.
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What is the main issue addressed in the documentary Blame Game?
The documentary addresses the problem of electronic waste and its export to a toxic dump in Ghana.
Who directed the documentary Blame Game?
The documentary was directed by Albert Juliá.
How long is the documentary Blame Game?
The documentary has a duration of 49 minutes.
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