Greetings from Summerland: "Birthplace of offshore wells"
Short Documentary
Session 9: 1:00pm-3:00pm - September 15th
Completed on:
January 28, 2024
Location:
Summerland (Santa Barbara), CA
Runtime:
0:21:01
Language:
English
Director(s)
Harry Rabin, Joey Szalkiewicz
Writer(s)
Harry Rabin, Joey Szalkiewicz
Producer(s)
Harry Rabin, Joey Szalkiewicz
Key Cast
Ira Leifer, Keri Hedden
Other Credits
Co-Producer: Theo Schaefer
Synopsis
“A coastal community grapples with the haunting legacy of humanity’s environmental impact.” "Greetings from Summerland" reveals the little-known history and environmental aftermath of the world's first offshore oil wells in Summerland, California, from their origins in the 1800s to contemporary capping efforts. This investigative documentary delves into these early oil ventures' significant local and global repercussions. By spotlighting the critical issue of methane emissions from abandoned wells, it emphasizes the urgent need for increased awareness, innovative solutions, and collective action to address environmental degradation and safeguard our planet's future resources.
Statement from Filmmaker
Film is a powerful medium not to be abused... As filmmakers we have a moral responsibility to promote and inspire positive change for our environment, for humanity and for all creatures that dwell upon our planet through our storytelling.
Student Film
No
First Time Filmmaker
No