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Before the Flood (2016)

“The science is clear, the future is not.”

7.7/10 · 832 votes 1h 33m pg Documentary

#21 of 305 films from 2016 #26 of 80 in documentary

Directed by Fisher Stevens · Written by Mark Monroe

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Overview

A look at how climate change affects our environment and what society can do to prevent the demise of endangered species, ecosystems, and native communities across the planet.

Cast

Leonardo DiCaprioas Self
Bill Clintonas Self
John Kerryas Self
Barack Obamaas Self
Elon Muskas Self
Pope Francisas Self
Ban Ki-moonas Self
Alejandro G. Iñárrituas Self
Michael Bruneas Self
Marc Mageauas Self
Enric Salaas Self
Jake Awaas Self
Oprah Winfreyas Self (archive footage)
Jason E. Boxas Self

Facts

Release dateOctober 21, 2016
Runtime93 min (1h 33m) — shorter as the 2016 average of 106 min
GenresDocumentary
LanguageEN
IMDbtt5929776

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Questions

How long is Before the Flood?
Before the Flood runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Is Before the Flood worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.7/10 across 832 votes, which places it #21 of 305 films released in 2016 in this index (top 93%) and #26 among 80 documentary titles.
Who directed Before the Flood?
Before the Flood was directed by Fisher Stevens. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Palmer (2021), Stand Up Guys (2012).
Who stars in Before the Flood?
Leonardo DiCaprio as Self; Bill Clinton as Self; John Kerry as Self; Barack Obama as Self; Elon Musk as Self; Pope Francis as Self.
What is Before the Flood rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Before the Flood?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/9066.

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