The Big Sea
Coverage of The Big Sea in the Nexus archive.
- New Orleans News Quiz: How a documentary about the surfing industry started a censorship battle in St. John Parish
A documentary titled 'The Big Sea' about chemical pollution in St. John the Baptist Parish, which criticizes Denka, a company linked to cancer risks, was initially canceled by the parish president but rescheduled after public backlash. The screening, rescheduled for Juneteenth, highlights tensions over censorship and environmental concerns.
- Canceled ‘Cancer Alley’ documentary screening in St. John will move forward amid public backlash
A documentary screening about chemical pollution in St. John the Baptist Parish, canceled months earlier amid claims of pressure from the parish president, will now proceed after public backlash. The event, rescheduled for June 19, highlights links between industrial pollution and environmental justice in a majority-Black community.
- Canceled ‘Cancer Alley’ documentary screening in St. John parish will move forward amid public backlash
A documentary screening about chemical pollution in St. John the Baptist Parish, canceled months earlier amid claims of pressure from Parish President Jaclyn Hotard, will proceed after public backlash. The event, rescheduled for June 19, coincides with Juneteenth and addresses environmental concerns in a majority-Black community linked to a now-closed chemical plant.