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Deep Dive: Grimsel (1990)

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Grimsel
Grimsel focuses on the Grimsel-West project, which aimed to expand the hydroelectric plant in the Hasli Valley. The project was submitted on 30 June 1988, but its realization appeared unlikely at the time. The film presents a critique of the environmental impact of such projects, particularly the construction of new dams. The film is rooted in the opposition to the exploitation of natural resources and reflects the apprehension surrounding the plans for the hydroelectric expansion. It captures the tension between development and environmental preservation, making the viewer question the long-term consequences of such industrial projects.

Why Watch

  • See the impact of hydroelectric expansion in Hasli Valley.
  • Find out about the opposition to new dam constructions.
  • Meet the voices against environmental exploitation.

Did You Know

The Grimsel-West project was submitted on 30 June 1988.
The film was released in 1990 and has a duration of 48 minutes.
The project aimed to expand the hydroelectric plant in the Hasli Valley.

Perfect For

Environmental activismHydroelectric powerDocumentary enthusiasts