This visual tour de force takes viewers inside one of the most compelling environmental issues of our time. Witness a David and Goliath struggle that sees a tiny First Nations community enlist major Hollywood star power to fight Canada's oil sands development. A public relations battle rages over the impact of oil sands production on the environment and the people living downstream. This is thanks in part to a steady campaign by the residents of Fort Chipewyan in northern Alberta. They believe oil sands toxins are destroying their territory and their culture, and they've attracted some powerful voices to their cause. Chief among them is Avatar director James Cameron. At the same time, new scientific research could trigger a tipping point in the PR battle. This two-hour special from The Nature of Things goes behind the scenes in the struggle over Canada's energy behemoth. Nominated for Gemini Awards û Donald Brittain Award for Best Social/Political Documentary and Best Director; Nominated for Best Environmental Documentary, Banff World Media Awards; Winner of Best Director, Best Editor and Best Screenwriter, Alberta Film & Television Awards (The Rosies) 2011.

Originally released by CBC, 2010.