Power
"One River. Two Nations."
Originally released in 1996. Power is a documentary film. directed by Magnus Isacsson. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
When Hydro-Québec announced its intention to proceed with the enormous James Bay II hydroelectric project, the 15,000 Cree who live in the region decided to stand up to the giant utility. With unprecedented access to key figures like Cree leader Matthew Coon Come and American environmental activist Robert Kennedy Jr., Power is the compelling, behind-the-scenes story of the Cree's five-year battle to save the Great Whale River and their traditional way of life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 11, 1996
29 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Cineflix Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Power about?
When Hydro-Québec announced its intention to proceed with the enormous James Bay II hydroelectric project, the 15,000 Cree who live in the region decided to stand up to the giant utility. With unp...
Who directed Power?
Power was directed by Magnus Isacsson.
How long is Power?
Power has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was Power released?
Power was released on September 11, 1996 in theaters.