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Orphaned follows Gillian McKercher, an ex-engineer turned filmmaker, as she addresses the issue of idle oil and gas wells in the prairies of Alberta, Canada. The film presents the environmental impact of these abandoned wells and the urgent need for cleanup efforts. McKercher's background in engineering informs her perspective on the technical and logistical challenges involved in this cleanup.
The documentary emphasizes the scale of the problem, highlighting the thousands of wells that require attention before they cause further environmental damage. Through McKercher's lens, viewers gain insight into the complexities of the oil industry and its long-term effects on the Canadian landscape.
Why Watch
- •Meet filmmaker Gillian McKercher and her unique perspective.
- •Find out about the environmental impact of idle oil wells.
- •See the urgent cleanup efforts needed in Alberta.
Did You Know
•There are thousands of idle oil and gas wells in Alberta, Canada.
•Gillian McKercher is an ex-engineer turned filmmaker.
•The film has a duration of 45 minutes.
Perfect For
Environmental activistsOil industry professionalsCanadian geography enthusiasts