The Smell of Money

The Smell of Money

NR 2023 · 85 min · ★ 10.0 · Documentary

A century after her grandfather claimed his freedom from slavery, Elsie Herring and her community fight for the right to clean air, water, and the life they were promised. The Smell of Money is the true story of everyday people versus corporate titans in a battle with life-or-death consequences.

Directed by Shawn Bannon

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