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201655 minPGdocumentary

Rubbertown

201655 minPGdocumentary

A Louisville resident fights to relocate her house to escape environmental hazards from a nearby coal-burning power plant and toxic industrial sites.

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Remington Smith

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A Louisville resident fights to relocate her house to escape environmental hazards from a nearby coal-burning power plant and toxic industrial sites.

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In Louisville, Kentucky, a resident confronts the dangers of living near a coal burning power plant, a toxic landfill, and industrial chemical facilities known for leaks and spills. Faced with these environmental hazards, she decides to relocate her entire house to another county. The film follows her efforts and the challenges she encounters in seeking a safer living environment amid ongoing industrial risks. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a community grappling with the consequences of industrial pollution.

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