2009 Festival Film Burning the Future: Coal In America
Runtime: 89min
Rated:
Genre: Documentary, Drama, Environmental, Politics
Category: Documentary Feature
Synopsis: BURNING THE FUTURE examines the explosive forces that have set in motion a groundswell of conflict between the coal industry and residents of West Virginia. Confronted by an emerging coal-based U.S. energy policy, local activists watch the nation praise coal without regard to the devastation caused by its extraction. Faced with toxic ground water, the obliteration of 1.4 million acres of mountains, and a government that appeases industry, our heroes demonstrate a strength of purpose and character in their improbable fight to arouse the nation's help in protecting their mountains, saving their families, and preserving their way of life.
Director: David Novack
Film Notes: The filmmaker is expected to be present at the screenings of this film. This film will be followed by a Q & A on Friday, April 17.
2007, USA, English, Color
Show Times
Venue: FAMU School of Journalism
Saturday, April 18th: 2:15 PM
Venue: FSU Student Life Cinema
Sunday, April 19th: 6:15 PM
Venue: TCC Turner Auditorium
Friday, April 17th: 6:15 PM
