tells the story of a tenacious community in the historic town of Telluride, Colorado, who unites to save the open land surrounding their town from a billionaire developer. The film is a stirring portrayal of how everyday citizens can take action to protect our precious natural habitats and resources.

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This film chronicles an environmental and democratic triumph. An out-of-town developer plotted to turn 600 acres of pristine valley floor into a mammoth lake and golf resort by manipulating local politicians and press. Nothing stood in his way, until a small group of citizens united the residents, rallied the community, and fought for the land.