The read
Audiences rate it 23 points higher than critics do. Most of the 464 2000s documentary movies in this catalog score higher. It runs a compact 1h 30m.
Synopsis
Record high oil prices, global warming, and an insatiable demand for energy: these issues define our generation. The film exposes shocking connections between the auto industry, the oil industry, and the government, while exploring alternative energies such as solar, wind, electricity, and non-food-based biofuels.
Ratings
IMDb7.3/10
Metacritic50/100
Audiences rate it 23 points higher than critics do.
13 audience votes
Key crew
- Josh TickellDirector
- Johnny O'HaraWriter
Cast
- Josh TickellSelf - Narrator
- Barbara BoxerSelf - Senator, California
- Richard BransonSelf - Founder, Virgin Group
- George W. BushSelf - President of the United States
- Sheryl CrowSelf - Musician / Environmental Activist
- Larry DavidSelf - Actor / Comedian / Environmental Activist
- Blanche LincolnSelf
- Jim HightowerSelf
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Themes
energy policyautomobile industryenergyconsumerismnature