Overview
The Killing Ground is a 1979 American documentary film written by Brit Hume. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
Summary
The film portrays environmental and human health effects of toxic waste dump-sites in Niagara Falls, New York and other locations.
Synopsis
The film surveys several waste disposal sites in the United States.
Love Canal, New York
The documentary begins with the environmental disaster at Love Canal in Niagara Falls, New York. Governor of New York Hugh Carey provided $10 million in funding for residents nearest the canal to leave. The state purchased the houses of some residents.
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