Deep Dive: Greedy Lying Bastards (2013)
Film Lens
Greedy Lying Bastards investigates climate change denial, focusing on the misinformation campaign led by the petroleum industry and its think tanks. The film identifies ExxonMobil and Koch Industries as major funders of this campaign, employing well-paid spokespeople to mislead the public and lawmakers. It also shows the real-world impacts of climate change on communities, such as the residents of Kivalina, Alaska, who face relocation due to shoreline erosion, and those in Tuvalu dealing with rising sea levels.
In addition to these personal stories, the film covers significant climate-related events, including the 2012 Colorado wildfires, drought in Kansas, and Hurricane Sandy. Directed by Craig Rosebraugh, the film aims to uncover the hidden agendas of the oil industry and the reasons behind the lack of effective clean energy policies in the United States. It was produced over several years, from 2009 to 2012, and features a mix of interviews and documentary footage.
Why Watch
- •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.
Perfect For
Climate change activismEnvironmental policyDocumentary enthusiasts