A community in Mossville, Louisiana, faces contamination and displacement due to the expansion of nearby petrochemical plants threatening their ancestral home.
Synopsis
A community in Mossville, Louisiana, faces contamination and displacement due to the expansion of nearby petrochemical plants threatening their ancestral home.
Synopsis
Mossville, Louisiana, is home to a centuries-old community facing severe challenges from nearby petrochemical plants. Residents deal with contamination and the threat of displacement from their ancestral land. Central to the story is a local activist who opposes the expansion of a plant, representing the fight for environmental justice. As the community confronts its painful history, they work together to reclaim their identity and protect their heritage against industrial expansion. Directed by Alexander John Glustrom, the film runs for 76 minutes.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet the residents of Mossville, Louisiana.
- Find out about the impact of petrochemical plants.
- See the fight for environmental justice in action.
Did You Know
- Mossville is a centuries-old black community in Louisiana.
- The documentary has a runtime of 76 minutes.
- The film was directed by Alexander John Glustrom.
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What is the main issue faced by the community in Mossville, Louisiana?
The community faces contamination and displacement due to the impact of nearby petrochemical plants.
Who directed the documentary Mossville: When Great Trees Fall?
The documentary was directed by Alexander John Glustrom.
What year was Mossville: When Great Trees Fall released?
Mossville: When Great Trees Fall was released in 2019.
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