Courage

In this follow-up to 'Gasland,' Josh Fox continues his investigation into the impact of natural gas drilling, specifically focusing on the controversial practice of fracking. The film travels across the country, highlighting communities facing the environmental and health consequences of this energy extraction method. It also delves into the political and economic forces at play, questioning the true cost of our nation's energy independence.

'Courage' was met with a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many commending its continued investigation into fracking and its impactful storytelling. While some found it to be a necessary and urgent piece of environmental activism, others felt it reiterated points made in its predecessor without introducing substantial new revelations. Audience response generally aligned with critical opinions, appreciating its call to action and informative nature.

• Praised for its continued advocacy and investigative journalism regarding the dangers of fracking.
• Acknowledged for its passionate delivery and effective use of personal stories to illustrate environmental concerns.
• Some critics felt it was less groundbreaking than its predecessor, 'Gasland', and could have offered more novel insights.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated 'Courage' for its direct and impassioned approach to exposing the negative impacts of fracking. Many viewers found the film to be informative and a crucial call to environmental awareness and action. Some noted that while the message was important, it covered familiar ground for those who had seen 'Gasland'.

Director Josh Fox was inspired to make 'Gasland' and its follow-up 'Courage' after discovering that his family's rural Pennsylvania land had been leased to natural gas companies for fracking, leading him to investigate the process himself.