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Deep Dive: Boil Alert (2023)

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Boil Alert
Boil Alert is a 2023 Canadian documentary directed by Stevie Salas and James Burns. The film follows Layla Staats, an artist and activist, as she investigates unsafe and unclean water supplies in indigenous communities across Canada and the United States. Through her activism, Staats raises awareness about the critical issues facing these communities, emphasizing the need for clean water access. The documentary premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 15, 2023, and features a cast that includes notable figures such as Autumn Peltier and Jessica Matten. The film runs for 104 minutes, providing an in-depth look at the water crisis affecting indigenous populations.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Layla Staats, a passionate water rights activist.
  • •See the impact of unsafe water in indigenous communities.
  • •Follow the urgent call for clean water access.

Did You Know

•Boil Alert premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 15, 2023.
•The film has a duration of 104 minutes.
•Layla Staats is both the subject and a key activist in the film.

Perfect For

Indigenous rights activismEnvironmental issuesDocumentary film enthusiasts