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| Director: Davis Guggenheim
Actors: Al Gore, Billy West (ii)
Studio: Paramount
Category: DVD
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Rating:  1121 reviews
Sales Rank: 1160
Format: Color, Ntsc, Widescreen
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Subtitled)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 96
Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.1
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.5 x 0.2
MPN: PARD348084D
UPC: 097363480846
EAN: 0097363480846
ASIN: B000ICL3KG
Theatrical Release Date: 2006
Release Date: November 21, 2006
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Former vice president al gore presents a frightening view of the future of our planet - and our civilization. Studio: Paramount Home Video Release Date: 11/21/2006 Starring: Al Gore Run time: 96 minutes Rating: Pg Director: David Guggenheim
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With the fate of our planet arguably hanging in the balance, An Inconvenient Truth may prove to be one of the most important and prescient documentaries of all time. As he jokingly refers to himself, "former President-elect" Al Gore felt an urgent personal calling to draw attention--as he had been doing throughout his political career--to the increasingly desperate crisis of global warming, and this riveting documentary is basically a filmed version (by respected TV director Davis Guggenheim) of the PowerPoint lecture that Gore has presented (by his own estimate, well over 1,000 times) to attentive audiences all over the world. Considering Gore's amiable, low-key approach to charts, graphs, statistics, and photographs that leave no room for doubt regarding the reality (not "theory") of global warming as Earth's ultimate environmental crisis, many viewers will be surprised by just how fascinating and convincing this no-frills film really is. As we learn about the milestone events that shaped his character (including his sister's death and young son's near-fatal injuries after being struck by a car), Gore sheds the stiff demeanor of his 2000 presidential campaign and impresses us as a man with a mission, transcending partisan politics with an impassioned plea for common sense, ethical forthrightness, and passionate purpose in reversing the harmful effects of global warming through personal and political responsibility. Some may accuse Gore of exploiting global warming as a Democratic platform, but his honest conviction regarding this "inconvenient truth" (i.e. overwhelming evidence of global warming that's troublesome to those whose interests are threatened by Gore's irrefutable message) is likely to silence all but the most obtusely stubborn detractors. By taking the high road and discreetly avoiding a full-on assault against the George W. Bush administration (which has steadfastly avoided "the inconvenient truth" with obfuscating spin control and policies favoring the oil industry), Gore effectively rises above political differences with a stern but hopeful eye toward a better future for our children.--Jeff Shannon
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 The possible mission by Al Gore. November 26, 2008
The video is certainly an eye opener. Al Gore has already presented the global issue facing the humanity. The question is what are we going to do about it? I truly hope the international leadership come together on a common ground in finding solutions.
thought-provoking November 23, 2008
If you've been living in a cave, this is Al Gore's documentary about global warming.
I found it well organized, easy to understand without being overly simplistic, and very thought-provoking. It left me both infuriated and chagrined.
A Surprisingly Warming Experience November 19, 2008
I admit to being a skeptic about the causes and cures of global warming. I purchased this movie a part of my personal study to begin teaching Environmental Science at a Jr. College. What a wake up call I got in this surprisingly compelling piece. In addition to learning more about the "truth" of our environmental dilemma, I saw a completely different side of Al Gore - a soft, sensible, knowledgeable, and likeable person. I've shown this movie to several classes and lots of friends. A must see for skeptics and activists alike.
WAKE UP ! The world's in danger!! November 8, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Excellent work Mr. Gore!! Very clear, eloquent, comprehensive, balanced, well researched and well presented. If after watching this DVD you still don't understand or care about global warming, you'd better get your I.Q. tested and start seeing a shrink. The problem is real and the consequences for ignoring the facts are devastating. The side effects of the industrial revolution are real and worrying. Examples of the enviromental pollution are readily available. Open your eyes and wake up!! Some philosopher once said, that the eyes can't see what the mind doesn't know. How true that is! On the other hand, never underestimate the power of denial, this is truly an inconvenient truth for many. How can anyone still not get it???? For more complete information read Mr. Gore's book with the same title.
 Inconvenient waste of time October 16, 2008
1 out of 5 found this review helpful
What a hypocrite! The limousine liberal Gore lectures on the dangers of global warming, yet he is seen frequently in the video riding in the back seat of a large sedan rather than in a Hybrid. In one shot, he is boarding an empty, fuel thirsty Boeing 747. I guess it's OK for Gore emit vast amounts of Greenhouse gass since he is saving the world, but not for the common folk like me.
The video does make a compelling argument. My issue is with the almost next President.
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