The Electricity Fairy (2010)

Coal produces half of America’s electricity, according to the Federal Department of Energy. The energy policy currently before Congress identifies coal as a key to America’s "energy independence.” The Electricity Fairy is a documentary that examines America's national addiction to fossil fuels through the lens of electricity. Appalshop Filmmaker Tom Hansell follows the story of a proposed coal-fired power plant in the mountains of southwest Virginia, connecting the local controversy to the national debate over energy policy. Present day documentary footage is remixed with old educational films, connecting past policy to America's current energy crisis.

Director: Tom Hansell
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
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Editing: Tom Hansell
Original Language: en

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What is The Electricity Fairy about?
Coal produces half of America’s electricity, according to the Federal Department of Energy. The energy policy currently before Congress identifies coal as a key to America’s "energy independence.” The Electricity Fairy is a documentary that examines America's national addiction to fossil fuels through the lens of electricity. Appalshop Filmmaker Tom Hansell follows the story of a proposed coal-fired power plant in the mountains of southwest Virginia, connecting the local controversy to the national debate over energy policy. Present day documentary footage is remixed with old educational films, connecting past policy to America's current energy crisis.
Who directed The Electricity Fairy?
The Electricity Fairy was directed by Tom Hansell.
How long is The Electricity Fairy?
The Electricity Fairy has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is The Electricity Fairy?
The Electricity Fairy is a Documentary film.