Film Lens
Grit focuses on the catastrophic mudflow in East Java, Indonesia, caused by the natural gas drilling company Lapindo in 2006. The disaster displaced 60,000 residents and buried essential infrastructure under 60 feet of mud, affecting sixteen villages. The film follows Dian, who was six years old at the time of the disaster, as she grows into a politically active teenager. Along with her mother, she leads a resistance campaign against Lapindo, emphasizing the long-term consequences of corporate negligence.
The documentary presents the ongoing impact of the mudflow, which is projected to continue for another decade. It transforms the landscape into a barren wasteland, illustrating the environmental devastation and the struggles of the affected communities. Through Dian's story, the film addresses themes of activism and endurance in the face of corporate irresponsibility.
Why Watch
- •Follow Dian's activism against Lapindo's negligence.
- •See the environmental impact on East Java's landscape.
- •Meet the residents affected by the mudflow disaster.
Did You Know
•In 2006, a mudflow caused by Lapindo displaced 60,000 residents.
•The mudflow buried essential infrastructure under 60 feet of mud.
•The disaster affected sixteen villages in East Java, Indonesia.
•The mudflow is projected to continue for another decade.
Perfect For
Environmental activismCorporate negligenceIndonesian history