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Deep Dive: Blame Game (2018)

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Blame Game
Blame Game examines the impact of electronic waste on communities in Ghana, particularly focusing on a toxic dump where discarded devices are sent. The film presents the lives of scavengers who work to salvage valuable materials from the waste, providing a stark look at their daily reality. The documentary is directed by Albert Juliá and runs for 49 minutes, allowing ample time to capture the environment and the voices of those affected. The narrative is driven by the testimonies of the Ghanaian people, who share their experiences with passion and truth. The film allows the footage to convey the harsh realities of living in an e-waste dump, emphasizing the lack of solutions from manufacturers regarding electronic waste disposal.

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.

Perfect For

Environmental issuesE-waste managementGhanaian culture