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Format:

DVD, Videorecording, Projected Medium, Visual Materials

Title:

Fracknation / directed by Phelim McAleer, Ann McElhinney, Magdalena Segieda ; produced by Phelim McAleer, Ann McElhinney.

Publisher, Date:

New York : Magnet, [2014]

Los Angeles, CA : Distributed by Magnolia Home Entertainment, [2014]

Description:

1 videodisc (77 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.

digital optical

laser optical NTSC

video file DVD video

Summary:

Journalist Phelim McAleer searches for the truth about the alleged dangers of fracking, a method of extracting natural gas from shale rock by drilling deep underground, specifically challenging claims made by activist Josh Fox in his film Gasland. Interviewing scientists and individuals directly affected by fracking, McAleer uncovers presents a different side to the fracking debate.

Target Audience Note:

MPAA rating: PG (parental guidance suggested; some material may not be suitable for children) for thematic elements, a disturbing image, language and smoking.

Subjects:

Fox, Josh, 1972-

Gasland (Motion picture)

Hydraulic fracturing.

Hydraulic fracturing -- Environmental aspects -- United States.

Hydraulic fracturing -- Health aspects -- United States.

Environmental law -- United States.

Sustainable development -- Law and legislation -- United States.

Shale gas industry -- United States.

Natural gas -- Prospecting -- United States.

Natural gas -- Prospecting -- Environmental aspects -- United States.

Natural gas -- Prospecting -- Health aspects -- United States.