Over 30,000 fracked wells have been established in Queensland, prompting Dayne Pratzky to become an activist against the gas mining industry.
“When governments fail us, ordinary people have to become heroes.”
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Over 30,000 fracked wells have been established in Queensland, prompting Dayne Pratzky to become an activist against the gas mining industry.
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Synopsis
Dayne Pratzky stands against the backdrop of coal seam gas mining in Tara, Queensland. Once a construction worker, he transforms into an anti-fracking activist as the industry expands, resulting in over 30,000 fracked wells in the region. Pratzky, known as the Frackman, collaborates with local farmers, environmentalists, and political figures like Drew Hutton to challenge corporate interests. The film captures their collective struggle against the encroachment of industrial operations on their land and livelihoods.
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Why Watch
- Meet Dayne Pratzky, a passionate anti-fracking activist.
- See the impact of coal seam gas expansion in Queensland.
- Find out about the controversial Gladstone LNG export approvals.
Did You Know
- Frackman won Best Film and Best Environmental Film at the 2015 Byron Bay International Film Festival.
- The first LNG export shipment from Gladstone departed on January 5, 2015.
- Richard Todd began production on Frackman in early 2011.
- The film features interviews with notable figures like Alan Jones and Bob Irwin.
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Who is the main subject of the documentary Frackman?
Dayne Pratzky is the main subject of Frackman, a former construction worker turned anti-fracking activist.
What awards did Frackman win at the Byron Bay International Film Festival?
Frackman won Best Film and Best Environmental Film at the 2015 Byron Bay International Film Festival.
When was Frackman officially released on DVD and digital platforms?
Frackman was released on DVD and digital platforms on 9 December 2015.
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