Executive producer, Mari-Lynn Evans ; edited by Sam Green ; original music by Charlie Barnett ; cinematography by Jordan Freeman, Jay Johnson.
Summary
This film reveals the truth about modern coal mining. The story is told by the people directly involved, both working miners and activists who are battling the coal companies in Appalachia. Tensions are high. It's a 'new civil war, ' as families and communities are deeply split over mountaintop removal mining (MTR). What does this mean for America and the rest of the World? The coal industry is spending millions to promote what it calls 'clean coal.' Is it achievable? At what cost?
Performer
Featuring interviews with environmental activist Kathy Selvage, coal mine company manager Randy Maggard and others.
Contents
Coal keeps the lights on -- Mining coal -- Reclamation -- A ten year crusade -- Only job in town -- Muddy waters -- Coal county politics -- Processing coal -- Burning coal -- Beyond coal -- The Appalachians trailer.
