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A new study reveals that most Hollywood blockbusters fail to address the reality of climate change, despite public demand for more relevant content.

Patrick Whittle reports for TheAssociated Press.
In short:
Key quote:
“They are portraying a world that is now history or fantasy — a world in which climate change is not happening.”
— Matthew Schneider-Mayerson, Colby College
Why this matters:
Accurate representation of climate change in movies can raise awareness and inspire action. Ignoring it in popular culture perpetuates a disconnect between reality and public perception, hindering efforts to address the crisis.
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