The documentary follows a group of snowboarders and surfers as they travel to northern communities affected by fossil fuel expansion, including the Alberta tar sands and a Native American blockade. Along the way, they meet with farmers, students, and oil workers, as well as Indigenous leaders and politicians, to share their concerns and stories. The film also highlights individuals using renewable energy sources, presenting alternative lifestyles and solutions.
Northern Grease
A documentary that combines the adrenaline-fueled world of snowboarding and surfing with a powerful exploration of the devastating impact of fossil fuel development on Arctic communities.
