A family in South Brunswick, New Jersey, discovers their well water is contaminated by toxins from a nearby landfill, prompting a five-year fight for accountability.
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A family in South Brunswick, New Jersey, discovers their well water is contaminated by toxins from a nearby landfill, prompting a five-year fight for accountability.
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Frank Kaler, a housepainter from South Brunswick, New Jersey, discovers that his family's well water is contaminated by a nearby landfill. Over five years, Kaler and his family confront the challenges of seeking accountability from local and state authorities, including the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Kaler's efforts culminate in a trip to Washington, D.C., where he testifies at Congressional hearings. Directed by Meg Switzgable, In Our Water documents the family's struggle against environmental pollution and the fight for clean drinking water.
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Why Watch
- Follow Mr. Kaler's fight for clean drinking water.
- See the impact of landfill pollution on local families.
- Meet the Kaler family and their struggle for environmental justice.
Did You Know
- The film was released in 1982 and directed by Meg Switzgable.
- Mr. Kaler testified at Congressional hearings in Washington, D.C.
- The documentary was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
- In Our Water aired on PBS' Frontline and was nominated for an Emmy Award.
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Who directed the documentary In Our Water?
In Our Water was directed by Meg Switzgable.
What issue does the Kaler family face in In Our Water?
The Kaler family discovers that their drinking water is contaminated by a nearby landfill.
What recognition did In Our Water receive?
In Our Water was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature and later for an Emmy Award after airing on PBS' Frontline.
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