Dirty Coin: The Bitcoin Mining Documentary

  • Genre: Documentary
  • Runtime: 69 mns
  • Director: Alana Mediavilla
  • Executive Producers: Alana Mediavilla and Barry Goers
  • Production Company: Campo Libre

Dirty Coin takes viewers deep into the real-world practice of Bitcoin mining. From rural Texas to the mountains of Malawi, the film explores a wide range of mining operations—some sustainable, some controversial—and the communities behind them. Through interviews with energy experts, miners, and local residents, it paints a nuanced picture of a rapidly evolving industry. Whether you're new to Bitcoin or part of the movement, Dirty Coin offers a fresh perspective on how mining is impacting the world today.

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  • IndieWrap

    "Dirty Coin breaks down complex concepts with ease, allowing even novice viewers to understand the revolutionary shift happening in bitcoin mining."

  • Bitcoin Magazine

    "Dirty Coin provides a nuanced, balanced view of the Bitcoin mining industry, challenging widespread misconceptions with a well-researched, thoughtful approach."

  • CHEP on Medium

    "This documentary is a must-watch for those interested in the future of energy, finance, and societal progress beyond corporate media narratives."

  • Dr. Gordon Jones

    "By shedding light on socio-economic benefits, Dirty Coin reveals stories of empowerment and innovation, especially in underprivileged communities."

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  • Where Dirty Coin Filmed & Screened

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    Where Dirty Coin Filmed & Screened

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    Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) sat down with the Dirty Coin team to walk through how Bitcoin miners are operating at oil and gas wells — what flare gas mining is,...

    What Is Flare Gas Bitcoin Mining? Sen. Cynthia ...

    Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) sat down with the Dirty Coin team to walk through how Bitcoin miners are operating at oil and gas wells — what flare gas mining is,...

  • Is Bitcoin Mining Actually Destroying the Planet? What the Headlines Won't Tell You

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    Open any major newspaper and you'll see it: Bitcoin mining is an environmental catastrophe. It gobbles electricity, spews carbon, and burns through energy that could power entire nations. The story...

    Is Bitcoin Mining Actually Destroying the Plane...

    Open any major newspaper and you'll see it: Bitcoin mining is an environmental catastrophe. It gobbles electricity, spews carbon, and burns through energy that could power entire nations. The story...

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