Pipeline
Pipeline

Movie spotlight

Pipeline

2020
Movie
85 min
English

A family rents their home to unsuspecting tourists to satiate the monster that lives in its very walls.

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Director: Erika HaskinsGenres: Documentary, Social Issues

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the complex and often fraught issue of the Dakota Access Pipeline, examining its construction, environmental impact, and the fervent opposition it faced from the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe and their allies. It delves into the perspectives of those directly affected and the broader implications for indigenous rights and environmental justice in the United States.

Critical Reception

Pipeline received a mixed to positive reception, with critics largely commending its timely subject matter and the urgency with which it addresses the environmental and social justice issues surrounding the Dakota Access Pipeline. While some praised its informative approach, others found its narrative occasionally unbalanced or lacking deeper investigative depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its focus on a critical contemporary issue.

  • Appreciated for giving voice to affected communities.

  • Some reviews noted a desire for more in-depth analysis.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Pipeline (2020)' is not readily available through standard Google review aggregators, making it difficult to summarize specific user likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film highlights the direct confrontation between activists and law enforcement at the pipeline construction sites, underscoring the intensity of the protests.

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