<p>A poetic portrait of contemporary wildlife conservation, JUST ABOVE THE SURFACE OF THE EARTH reflects on empathy, agency, and the role of hope in the midst of a sixth mass extinction. This debut nonfiction feature examines scientists and citizen scientists who conduct surveys of frogs, which serve as an indicator species; study sea stars threatened by disease; track bats whose populations have been decimated by white-nose syndrome; and collect data on insects declining at unprecedented rates. Set primarily at night, the film weaves together observational and lyrical sequences, texts written by authors including W.S. Merwin and Adam Nicolson, and an otherworldly soundscape. JUST ABOVE THE SURFACE OF THE EARTH is a visceral, sensory meditation on what it means to live in a broken world.</p>

Just Above the Surface of the Earth (For a Coming Extinction)

A portrait of contemporary wildlife conservation becomes a visceral, sensory meditation on what it means to live in a broken world.

<p>In the heart of San Francisco, Shuggie’s is more than just a restaurant—it’s a movement. Founders Kayla Abe and David Murphy are challenging the very essence of culinary tradition by transforming what others see as food waste into gourmet masterpieces. With a shared passion for food justice and environmental activism, they’ve built a dining experience that’s as innovative as it is delicious. Shuggie’s offers a behind-the-scenes look at how Kayla and David’s commitment to sustainability is redefining the boundaries of cuisine, proving that every dish can tell a powerful story of creativity, resourcefulness, and change. This film explores their journey, the unique bond that drives their vision, and the revolutionary impact they’re making in the fight against food waste.</p>

Trash Pie

In the heart of San Francisco, Shuggie’s is more than just a restaurant—it’s a movement.

Just Above the Surface of the Earth Q&A

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Just Above the Surface of the Earth & Trash Pie + Q&A

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