Over four years, a small community in Rossport, Ireland, confronts Shell Oil and the Irish State over the rights to land and fishing grounds.
“Big Oil. Small Village.”
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Over four years, a small community in Rossport, Ireland, confronts Shell Oil and the Irish State over the rights to land and fishing grounds.
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Synopsis
In Rossport, Ireland, farmers and fishermen confront Shell Oil after gas is discovered off their coast. Over four years, residents like Mary Corduff and Nigel O'Regan fight to protect their land and waters. Tensions rise as the Irish State backs Shell's plans for a pipeline, prioritizing corporate interests over local rights. The film captures the community's struggle and disillusionment as they seek support from their government, only to face opposition from one of the world's largest oil companies.
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- Meet the Rossport farmers defending their land.
- See how Shell Oil impacts small communities.
- Find out why the Irish government sided with Shell.
Did You Know
- The film was directed by Risteard Ó Domhnaill.
- The documentary was released in 2010 and has a duration of 83 minutes.
- The Rossport community's fight against Shell Oil lasted over four years.
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What is the main conflict in The Pipe?
The main conflict in The Pipe is between the small Rossport community and Shell Oil, as the community fights to protect their land and fishing rights against the company's plans to lay a pipeline.
Who directed the documentary The Pipe?
The Pipe was directed by Risteard Ó Domhnaill.
What year was The Pipe released?
The Pipe was released in 2010.
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