Flint
Flint

Flint

2017Movie96 minEnglish

A woman deals with the toxic water scandal in Flint, Michigan, and the effect it has on her family.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Uli EdelGenres: Drama, History

Plot Summary

This film chronicles the true story of the Flint water crisis, beginning with the decision to switch the city's water source from Detroit to the Flint River. It follows residents and activists as they fight against governmental neglect and corporate indifference to expose the dangerous lead contamination that poisoned their community. The narrative highlights the struggles of ordinary people seeking justice and accountability for the devastating health and environmental consequences.

Critical Reception

Flint received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its timely subject matter and strong performances, particularly from its ensemble cast. However, some found the narrative pacing uneven or felt the dramatic portrayal didn't fully capture the complexity of the real-life events. Audiences generally appreciated the film for bringing attention to a critical issue.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its urgent and important story about a significant modern crisis.
  • Noted for compelling performances that capture the human toll of the disaster.
  • Some criticism regarding the dramatic interpretation and pacing of the historical events.

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Fun Fact

The film was developed as a response to the real-life Flint water crisis, aiming to raise public awareness about the environmental and health disaster.

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