Greensburg (4-Disc) (Full Frame)

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Hosted by Leonardo DiCaprio, this series mixes compelling human stories with amazing feats of green building and engineering. On May 4, 2007, a deadly tornado struck Greensburg, Kansas, ripping the town to shreds. Ninety-five percent of the town was destroyed, 11 lives were tragically lost, and survivors were left without homes, businesses, schools and basic city services. Greensburg was gone, and it seemed that all was lost for its residents. Out of the rubble came resilience and courage from the people of Greensburg, not only to rebuild their community but to send a bold message to the rest of the nation. Greensburg committed to building smarter and better, determined to make their town a model for the future of cities of all sizes throughout the U.S., and the rest of the world. They decided to rebuild as a model green community. In an extraordinary 13-part series, co-produced by acclaimed actor and environmental activist Leonardo DiCaprio and award-winning producer Craig Piligian, viewers meet the people of this amazing town and follow the daily struggle of a community fighting its way back from the edge of extinction. See how the lives and livelihoods of Greensburg's citizens changed during this massive reconstruction effort. Struggles abound as the city government strives to build the greenest buildings in the country and citizens try to stay patient living in temporary FEMA trailers. Still, the spirit of the Greensburg citizens is what makes the journey most inspirational, as ordinary people of great character choose to create a better life for themselves and their children. The dependable-yet-futurist city planner, the "good old boy" mayor and a bright high school senior all share a deep connection to the city, both past and future. The rebuilding of Greensburg presents a historic opportunity. One rural town on the plains of Kansas vividly demonstrates that sustainable, eco-friendly building is an imperative path to the future.