Rising temperatures threaten the relocation of Kivalina, Alaska, as major corporations like ExxonMobil and Koch Industries fund misinformation campaigns about climate change.
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Rising temperatures threaten the relocation of Kivalina, Alaska, as major corporations like ExxonMobil and Koch Industries fund misinformation campaigns about climate change.
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Residents of Kivalina, Alaska, face the prospect of relocation as rising temperatures erode their shorelines. "Greedy Lying Bastards" investigates the climate change misinformation campaign funded by major corporations like ExxonMobil and Koch Industries. The film details how these companies employ well-paid spokespeople to confuse the public and lawmakers about climate issues. It also covers the 2012 Colorado wildfires, drought in Kansas, and Hurricane Sandy, illustrating the real-world impacts of climate change. Directed by Craig Rosebraugh, the documentary was released in North America on March 8, 2013.
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- Find out how ExxonMobil funds climate change denial.
- See the impact of climate change on Kivalina, Alaska.
- Meet the people affected by Hurricane Sandy.
Did You Know
- The film grossed $45,000 in North American theaters after its March 2013 release.
- 67% of 36 critics on Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a positive review.
- Kivalina, Alaska is facing relocation due to erosion from rising temperatures.
- The film was produced by Craig Rosebraugh and executive produced by Daryl Hannah.
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Who directed Greedy Lying Bastards?
Greedy Lying Bastards was directed by Craig Rosebraugh.
What companies are identified as funding climate change denial in the film?
ExxonMobil and Koch Industries are identified as two of the worst culprits funding the denial campaign.
When was Greedy Lying Bastards released in North America?
Greedy Lying Bastards was released theatrically in North America on March 8, 2013.
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