Sand Wars

2013

How the World is Running Out of Sand

Documentary

Denis Delestrac
1h 14m
October 19, 2013 · Canada, France

Overview

Is sand an infinite resource? Can the existing supply satisfy a gigantic demand fueled by construction booms? What are the consequences of intensive beach sand mining for the environment and the neighboring populations?

Details

Status: Released
Release date: October 19, 2013
Original language: English
Spoken languages: English, French
Countries: Canada, France
Production: La Compagnie des Taxis-Brousse,Rappi Productions
Cast: George Borden,Pieter de Pous,Eric Chaumillon,Riza Damanik,Sumaira Abdulali
Director: Denis Delestrac
Writer: Denis Delestrac
Producer: Guillaume Rappeneau
Budget: $630,000
Revenue: Not recorded
Homepage: Official site
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