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201668 minPG-13documentary

Chevron vs. the Amazon

201668 minPG-13documentary

Chevron Texaco's oil spill in Ecuador's Amazon rainforest resulted in a 25-year legal battle, highlighting the company's extensive environmental and human rights violations.

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Channel: Empire Files

Chevron vs. the Amazon

2016• 68 minPG-13

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Chevron Texaco's oil spill in Ecuador's Amazon rainforest resulted in a 25-year legal battle, highlighting the company's extensive environmental and human rights violations.

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Chevron Texaco's environmental disaster in Ecuador resulted in the release of 19 billion gallons of oil and waste into the Amazon rainforest, sparking a 25-year legal battle. Abby Martin's investigative series highlights the extensive impact on local communities and ecosystems, featuring interviews with affected individuals, experts, and Ecuadorean officials. The documentary examines Chevron's actions throughout the legal proceedings and the ongoing struggles faced by victims seeking justice for the devastation caused by the oil company.

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