An Inconvenient Truth
Former vice president Al Gore shares his concerns on the pressing issue of global warming in this documentary. A long-time environmental activist, Gore first became aware of evidence on global warming in the 1970s, and since leaving public office he has become a passionate advocate for large- and small-scale changes in our laws and lifestyles that could help alleviate this crisis. An Inconvenient Truth records a multi-media presentation hosted by Gore in which he discusses the scientific facts behind global warming, explains how it has already begun to affect our environment, talks about the disastrous consequences if the world's governments and citizens do not act, and shares what each individual can do to help protect the Earth for this and future generations. An Inconvenient Truth was directed by Davis Guggenheim, a veteran documentary filmmaker who also has an extensive background in episodic television. more..
Director: Davis Guggenheim
Am I acting as an advocate in this review? Yes, I am. I believe that to be "impartial" and "balanced" on global warming means one must take a position like Gore's. There is no other view that can be defended.
Virtually everyone who sees this movie will be galvanized to do something about global warming -- and everyone should see this movie.
An Inconvenient Truth can't, of course, reveal a future that is still up to us, but by the time you're done watching, the real question is, Which way on God's green earth would you want to err?
Haunting and inspiring film.
Gore keeps us riveted by being charming, literate and profoundly persuasive on a topic that's scarier than anything in a dozen Japanese horror flicks. Vote Gore on this one.
Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Song
Academy Awards (2007)
Best Edited Documentary Film
American Cinema Editors (2007)
Best Documentary Feature
Broadcast Film Critics Association Awards (2007)
Best Documentary
Central Ohio Film Critics Association (2007)
Best Documentary
Chicago Film Critics Association Awards (2006)
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