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Black Gold

20111mMovieAnimation

This animated short employs hand-drawn animation layered over stop-motion sequences of moving ink on drumskins to create a striking, mournful portrait of the Alberta tar sands. This film was made as part of the 7th edition of the NFB's Hothouse apprenticeship.

DirectorAimée van Drimmelen
WriterAimée van Drimmelen

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

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Black Gold — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Black Gold?

Black Gold is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Black Gold on Netflix?

No, Black Gold is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is Black Gold on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Black Gold isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on NFB instead.

Where can I watch Black Gold for free?

Black Gold is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.