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Synopsis

In a small rural town in Pennsylvania, the refuge of a rare salamander and the only source of clean drinking water for 700 people is threatened by the installation of a fracking waste injection well, prompting community members to band together and mount an epic fight for the rights of their people and nature.

 

Film awards

 

news and press

WATCH HELLBENT ONLINE

Hellbent is available to view online through the World Wildlife Day Film Showcase. Click the image above to access the film now. Hellbent is up for audience choice award, so don’t forget to vote for your favorite film.

Allegheny Front

A new film connects the plight of hellbenders with concerns over gas development. Listen to this feature interview with the co-directors of hellbent.

AUDIENCE CHOICE: ACFF

Hellbent brought home the 2023 Audience Choice Award at the American Conservation Film Festival. This award was voted on by audience members attending the festival.

BEST SHORT: NY WILD

Hellbent brought home the award for Best Short at the 9th Annual New York WILD Film Festival hosted by the Explorers Club. This award was selected by a jury.

 

Hellbent impact campaign

Assist and empower communities in identifying and addressing environmental injustice.

Connect marginalized communities to helpful resources.

Help build momentum and awareness of the Rights of Nature movement.

 

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