Oil Springs
“Welcome to the town where the North American Oil Industry Was Born”
Synopsis
The story will mostly take place in the town Oil Springs, Ontario, where the oil industry in North America was born. By making a case study of this town, we can better understand how the industry operates today. The documentary will explore themes of colonialism, climate change and Canadian identity.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tys Burger, Josh Murphy
- Original Title
- Oil Springs
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 42m
- Production Studios
- Elytra Collective
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tys Burger, Josh Murphy
Department Leadership Roster
Tys Burger
Director
Josh Murphy
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Oil Springs
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What is Oil Springs about?
The story will mostly take place in the town Oil Springs, Ontario, where the oil industry in North America was born. By making a case study of this town, we can better understand how the industry operates today. The documentary will explore themes of colonialism, climate change and Canadian identity.
Who directed Oil Springs?
Oil Springs was directed by Tys Burger, Josh Murphy.
Who stars in Oil Springs?
The principal cast of Oil Springs includes Not specified.
When was Oil Springs released and how long is it?
Oil Springs was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 42m.