Directed by
Cigdem Slankard
Country of Origin
United States
Runtime
29:54
Category
Lead in the Land is a documentary focusing on the harsh reality and far-reaching effects of lead poisoning, an invisible and insidious threat afflicting thousands of children in the United States. The film sheds light on the circumstances around lead poisoning, examining its causes, effects and potential solutions.
Director Biography – Cigdem Slankard
Cigdem Slankard is a filmmaker based in Cleveland, OH. She was born and raised in Turkey and received her BA in translation and interpreting from Bogazici University (Istanbul, Turkey). She relocated to the US to study film, and received her MFA in filmmaking from Ohio University. Her creative work dwells on urban issues and migration stories, with an emphasis on underrepresented voices and marginalized communities.
