Oil demand in the United States is outpacing the Earth's supply, prompting urgent calls for a reevaluation of urban planning practices.
“The Consequences of Suburbanization”
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Oil demand in the United States is outpacing the Earth's supply, prompting urgent calls for a reevaluation of urban planning practices.
Synopsis
Suburban streets lined with identical houses illustrate the consequences of unchecked development in the United States. "Sprawling from Grace," directed by David M. Edwards, critiques American reliance on cheap energy and automobiles. The film argues that this dependence has led to environmental degradation and social disconnection. By drawing parallels to historical figures like Nero, it calls for urgent changes in urban planning to address the unsustainable trajectory of suburban expansion. The documentary runs for 82 minutes and was released in 2008.
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Why Watch
- Find out how suburban sprawl impacts the environment.
- See the connection between cheap energy and urban planning.
- Meet historical parallels to modern American complacency.
Did You Know
- The film was directed by David M. Edwards in 2008.
- The documentary has a runtime of 82 minutes.
- The tagline of the film is 'The Consequences of Suburbanization.'
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What is the main critique of American suburban sprawl in the documentary?
American suburban sprawl has led to significant environmental and social losses due to a reliance on cheap energy and automobiles.
Who directed the documentary 'Sprawling from Grace'?
The documentary was directed by David M. Edwards.
What is the duration of the documentary 'Sprawling from Grace'?
The documentary has a duration of 82 minutes.
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