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Running for the Mountains

Running for the Mountains
Directors - Julie Eisenberg, Babette Hogan
Run Time - 76 minutes
Language - English
Format - Digital
Year - 2024
Genre - Documentary

Educational Interests - American Studies, Business, Environmental Studies, New Releases, Political Science

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Running for the Mountains uncovers a story of dirty money and dirty politics – one that affects the entire nation. This entertaining and informative documentary exports the most valuable commodity coming out of Appalachia: the raw truth.

The movie tells a cautionary tale of the rough and tumble politics and reckless policies that dominate West Virginia and are now being exported to the rest of the nation. Transcending party lines, the filmmakers’ 15 year investigation unveils a corrupt web of influence. The film explores the ties between extractive industries and West Virginia's politicians, like former Senator Joe Manchin, who have placed their personal profit over the health of their constituents, subjecting their state to deadly toxic air, water and land.

Weaving a blend of history, current affairs, and cinema verité, Running for the Mountains questions West Virginia’s saga of patriotic sacrifice, while delivering surprising undercover scenes that make clear who their politicians are working for and who really pays the cost of these devastating priorities. The policies of this one state affect us all.

WINNER – BEST ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTARY
Chagrin Documentary Film Festival

WINNER - THADDEUS STEVENS AWARD FOR SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT
Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival

WINNER – SPECIAL JURY AWARD FOR SPIRIT OF THE ENVIRONMENT
Green Film Festival of San Francisco

"This sterling film could obviously breed cynicism about our corrupt politics; I hope, instead, it will push people toward activism, understanding that it’s the only way to stand up to Big Money." - Bill McKibben, Founder, 350.org