Gas, an essential resource that powers our modern world, has a story that's often untold. This collection of documentaries delves into the complexities of gas extraction, its environmental impact, and the socio-political dynamics surrounding it. Whether you're a curious viewer or an environmental enthusiast, these films offer a fascinating look into the gas industry, revealing truths that are both enlightening and sometimes unsettling.

FrackNation (2013)
Description: This documentary presents a counter-narrative to "Gasland," exploring the benefits of fracking and questioning the validity of some claims against it.
Fact: The filmmakers raised funds through Kickstarter, making it one of the first crowdfunded documentaries.


Gasland Part II (2013)
Description: A follow-up to the original, this film continues to explore the impacts of fracking, focusing on regulatory failures and public health.
Fact: It was screened in the U.S. Congress to influence policy discussions on fracking.


The Age of Consequences (2016)
Description: While broader in scope, this documentary includes a segment on how gas extraction contributes to climate change and geopolitical instability.
Fact: Features interviews with military and security experts discussing the strategic implications of climate change.


Burning the Future: Coal in America (2008)
Description: While primarily about coal, this documentary also touches on natural gas as an alternative, exploring the energy industry's shift and its implications.
Fact: It was produced by the same team behind "Gasland," offering a broader perspective on energy sources.


Gasland (2010)
Description: Josh Fox's journey to investigate hydraulic fracturing, or "fracking," takes him across the U.S., uncovering the environmental and health impacts of this controversial gas extraction method.
Fact: The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. It sparked widespread debate about fracking practices.


The Sky's Turn (2018)
Description: Focuses on the impact of gas flaring in Nigeria, highlighting the environmental devastation and human rights issues associated with gas extraction.
Fact: The film was screened at the United Nations to raise awareness about gas flaring.


Gas Rush Stories (2012)
Description: Chronicles the lives of people affected by the gas boom in Pennsylvania, showing both the economic benefits and the environmental costs.
Fact: The film was part of a series that won a Peabody Award for its coverage of the Marcellus Shale gas rush.


The Big Fix (2012)
Description: Although focused on the BP oil spill, it also discusses the role of natural gas in the energy sector and the environmental trade-offs.
Fact: The film includes interviews with key figures involved in the aftermath of the Deepwater Horizon disaster.


Shale Gas: The Promise and the Peril (2012)
Description: Examines the potential of shale gas as a bridge fuel, balancing its economic promise with environmental concerns.
Fact: The documentary was produced by PBS, known for its in-depth investigative journalism.


The Gasland Effect (2014)
Description: This documentary looks at the global impact of fracking, focusing on how it's reshaping energy policies and local communities worldwide.
Fact: It was produced in collaboration with international environmental organizations to highlight the global scope of fracking issues.
