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Poison City focuses on Dzerzhinsk, a Russian city known for extreme chemical pollution. Located 240 miles east of Moscow, it has a population of 300,000, with a significant portion employed in factories that produce industrial chemicals and, during Soviet times, chemical weapons. The film features in-depth interviews conducted by reporter Tim Samuels, capturing the daily lives of residents grappling with the consequences of their environment.
The documentary presents alarming statistics about life in Dzerzhinsk, where life expectancy has plummeted to between 42 and 47 years. The death rate is 2.6 times higher than the birth rate, and many men face issues related to impotence. This stark reality is conveyed through personal stories, illustrating the impact of industrial pollution on the community.
Why Watch
- •Meet Dzerzhinsk's residents facing severe pollution.
- •Find out about the city's alarming life expectancy rates.
- •See how industrial pollution affects men's health.
Did You Know
•Dzerzhinsk is considered the most chemically polluted town on Earth.
•Life expectancy in Dzerzhinsk is between 42 and 47 years.
•The death rate in Dzerzhinsk is 2.6 times higher than the birth rate.
•A quarter of Dzerzhinsk's 300,000 residents work in chemical factories.
Perfect For
Environmental issuesRussian historyIndustrial pollution