Jane Fonda documentary ‘Gaslit’ examines oil and gas industry impacts

The documentary film ‘Gaslit’ follows Jane Fonda on a journey through the heart of the oil and gas industry to examine its impact on local communities. The film documents environmental and social consequences across several regions.

In the Permian Basin of West Texas, the film highlights how oil wells and natural gas plants have replaced agricultural land. Fonda also explores the effects of plastic pollution on the shrimping industry and the impact on cattle ranchers. In Corpus Christi, the documentary examines a neighborhood with higher rates of cancer, birth defects, and lower life expectancy due to its proximity to refineries.

The journey extends into Louisiana, where Fonda meets residents in areas such as ‘Cancer Alley’ who face potential displacement due to new plastics plants.