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Running for the Mountains uncovers a story of dirty money and dirty politics—one that affects the entire nation. Transcending party lines, this compelling documentary exposes the cautionary tale of the rough and tumble politics and reckless policies that dominate West Virginia, now being exported to the rest of the nation. The filmmakers’ 15 year investigation unveils the ties between extractive industries and West Virginia’s politicians who place their personal profit over the health and well being of their constituents by subjecting their state to deadly toxic air, water and land. The film questions West Virginia’s saga of patriotic sacrifice, while delivering surprising undercover scenes that make clear who these politicians are serving and who pays the cost of these devastating priorities. The policies of this one deregulated state affect us all.
CLIENT: WRITER/DIRECTOR/PRODUCERS: Babette Hogan & Julie Eisenberg, Running for the Mountains LLC
FILM & TRAILER EDITOR/CONSULTING PRODUCER: Patsy Northcutt
STREAMING DISTRIBUTION: Amazon Prime & Kanopy (libraries and universities)
FESTIVAL PREMIERE: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, 2024
AWARDS:
• Best Environmental Documentary, Chagrin Documentary Film Festival (Ohio)
• Thaddeus Stevens Award for Social Engagement—10th Anniversary MNFF (Middlebury, Vermont)
• Jury Award—Spirit of Environment, San Francisco Green Film Festival
