Robert Bilott (Mark Ruffalo), a lawyer in Cincinnati, is contacted by farmers from West Virginia who accuse the DuPont plant of disposing of toxic waste. Their fields have been destroyed, their livestock has perished. Bilott files a complaint – the beginning of a 15-year legal battle that not only puts a strain on his health and livelihood, but also on his family. The film is based on true events.
A documentary on this topic. ‘How to Poison a Planet’, will be shown at Filmmuseum Potsdam on 23 May at 17:00.
Screening KIEZ-KINO
Bürgerhaus am Schlaatz, Schilfhof 28, 14478 Potsdam
Bürgerhaus am Schlaatz
The Bürgerhaus am Schlaatz is a social and cultural centre offering activities for people of all ages. It promotes networking, education and engagement through creative activities, consultation and festivals. The focus of the centre is on sustainability, integration and participation supported by associations that help to strengthen the community.
Website https://www.buergerhaus-schlaatz.de
Free admission, no ticket required
The Kiez-Kino Potsdam is organized in cooperation with the international FILM OHNE GRENZEN festival in Bad Saarow, Brandenburg, and with the support of the Nemetschek Foundation and the Ministry of Science, Research and Culture of the State of Brandenburg.
