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Hollywood's Fossil Fuel Ties Exposed in Cinema of Extractions

4/23/2025

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Brian Jacobson's *Cinema of Extractions* uncovers Hollywood's deep-rooted connections to fossil fuels and their environmental toll. He reveals how early films intertwined with oil, showcasing the industry's persistent reliance on extractive resources. As Hollywood embraces sustainability, Jacobson urges a reckoning with its past to tackle today's pressing ecological issues.

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Brian Jacobson's *Cinema of Extractions* uncovers Hollywood's deep-rooted connections to fossil fuels and their environmental toll. He reveals how early films intertwined with oil, showcasing the industry's persistent reliance on extractive resources. As Hollywood embraces sustainability, Jacobson urges a reckoning with its past to tackle today's pressing ecological issues.