Kyoto cleverly narrates the story from the point of view of a climate change denier, tracking the American oil lobbyist Don Pearlman's attempts to derail climate negotiations.
The contrasting personalities of Pearlman and Argentinian diplomat Raul Estrada form the backdrop to the tense negotiations, showcasing the human dimension of climate discussions.
Drawing on real-life tensions, the talks drag on for 50 hours, illustrating the phrase 'diplomacy by exhaustion' coined by UK Deputy PM John Prescott.
Kyoto serves as a timely reminder of a dramatic chapter in climate negotiation history, emphasizing the urgent need for effective climate action.
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