Plastic Peril(2024)
What plastic does to our waterways
Plastic Peril explores the devastating impact of plastic waste on the waterways and drainage systems of Lagos, Nigeria. This thought-provoking documentary delves into how unchecked plastic pollution disrupts daily life, exacerbates flooding, and threatens the livelihoods of local communities. Through interviews and vivid imagery, it reveals the environmental, social, and economic toll of this growing crisis while highlighting the urgent need for sustainable solutions. A compelling call to action, Plastic Peril amplifies the voices of those most affected and challenges viewers to rethink their role in combating plastic waste.
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Plastic Peril explores the devastating impact of plastic waste on the waterways and drainage systems of Lagos, Nigeria. This thought-provoking documentary delves into how unchecked plastic pollution disrupts daily life, exacerbates flooding, and threatens the livelihoods of local communities. Through interviews and vivid imagery, it reveals the environmental, social, and economic toll of this growing crisis while highlighting the urgent need for sustainable solutions. A compelling call to action, Plastic Peril amplifies the voices of those most affected and challenges viewers to rethink their role in combating plastic waste.
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