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Documentary Urges Action to Save Great Salt Lake

1/27/2026

Summary

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The Lake, directed by Abby Ellis, premiered at Sundance and highlights the Great Salt Lake crisis, urging bipartisan action and a $2–$5 billion investment.
The film traces Utah Governor Spencer Cox's stance on water conservation and innovative agricultural practices.
It surveys faith's role in environmental advocacy, especially within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
As legislation progresses, the documentary calls for grassroots action to safeguard the lake's future.

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Story summary

The Lake, directed by Abby Ellis, premiered at Sundance and highlights the Great Salt Lake crisis, urging bipartisan action and a $2–$5 billion investment.
The film traces Utah Governor Spencer Cox's stance on water conservation and innovative agricultural practices.
It surveys faith's role in environmental advocacy, especially within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
As legislation progresses, the documentary calls for grassroots action to safeguard the lake's future.