Dirty Coin (2024)
Filmed over three years across four continents, 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.
Director: Alana Mediavilla
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Senator Cynthia Lummis as Self |
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Dr Margot Paez as Self |
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Jeff Booth as Self |
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Paolo Ardoino as Self |
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Dennis Porter as Self |
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Mark Moss as Self |
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Marshall Long as Self |
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Eric Voskuil as Self |
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Dr. Arthur Grayson as Self |
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Tone Vays as Self |
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Troy Cross as Self |
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Hannah Rosenburg as Self |
| Directing | Alana Mediavilla | Director |
| Production | Alana Mediavilla | Producer |
| Editing | Julio César Torres | Editor |
| Production | Barry Goers | Executive Producer |
| Sound | Juan Lugo | Music Score Producer |
| Writing | Alana Mediavilla | Writer |