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The Giants presents a compelling, poetic exploration of the deep connection between trees and humans through the life of Bob Brown, an iconic Australian environmental activist. The film chronicles Brown’s journey from a passionate advocate to a pivotal figure in green politics, using his story to highlight the life cycle of the ancient forests he fiercely protects.
As a revered gay icon and environmental folk hero, Brown’s activism is juxtaposed with the majestic life of the trees he champions. The Giants offers an epic and cinematic portrayal of his efforts, showcasing how he mobilised people power to bring environmental issues to the forefront of political discourse. The film serves as a masterclass in activism, sparking an urgent dialogue about the right of forests to exist and encouraging viewers to contemplate their role in the ongoing environmental movement.
- Year2023
- Runtime113 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryAustralia
- PremiereIndia Premiere
- GenreFuture-Proofing
- Subtitle LanguageEnglish
- DirectorLaurence Billiet, Rachael Antony
- ProducerGeneral Strike
- Executive ProducerHelen Panckhurst, Paul Wiegard
- Co-ProducerMatchbox Pictures
- CastBob Brown, David Suzuki, Merlin Sheldrake, Christine Milne, Theresa Sainty, Geraldine Brooks
- CinematographerSherwin Akbarzadeh ACS
- EditorDaniel Wieckmann
- MusicJames Henry
The Giants presents a compelling, poetic exploration of the deep connection between trees and humans through the life of Bob Brown, an iconic Australian environmental activist. The film chronicles Brown’s journey from a passionate advocate to a pivotal figure in green politics, using his story to highlight the life cycle of the ancient forests he fiercely protects.
As a revered gay icon and environmental folk hero, Brown’s activism is juxtaposed with the majestic life of the trees he champions. The Giants offers an epic and cinematic portrayal of his efforts, showcasing how he mobilised people power to bring environmental issues to the forefront of political discourse. The film serves as a masterclass in activism, sparking an urgent dialogue about the right of forests to exist and encouraging viewers to contemplate their role in the ongoing environmental movement.
- Year2023
- Runtime113 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryAustralia
- PremiereIndia Premiere
- GenreFuture-Proofing
- Subtitle LanguageEnglish
- DirectorLaurence Billiet, Rachael Antony
- ProducerGeneral Strike
- Executive ProducerHelen Panckhurst, Paul Wiegard
- Co-ProducerMatchbox Pictures
- CastBob Brown, David Suzuki, Merlin Sheldrake, Christine Milne, Theresa Sainty, Geraldine Brooks
- CinematographerSherwin Akbarzadeh ACS
- EditorDaniel Wieckmann
- MusicJames Henry