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202472 minPG-13documentary

Wild Coast Warriors

202472 minPG-13documentary

Indigenous communities on South Africa's Wild Coast halted oil and gas exploration by winning a court case against Shell, protecting their ocean and culture.

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Nick Chevallier

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Indigenous communities on South Africa's Wild Coast halted oil and gas exploration by winning a court case against Shell, protecting their ocean and culture.

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Leigh Wooddirector

Nick Chevallierdirector

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On South Africa's Wild Coast, indigenous communities have lived sustainably for centuries. They faced threats from outside forces, including Shell's plans for oil and gas exploration. In a significant court case, these communities successfully halted the project. Their victory led to ongoing protection for their ocean and cultural practices. The film documents this struggle against corporate interests and the efforts to preserve their way of life. It runs for 72 minutes and was released in 2024.

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