Introduction by Producer and Cinematographer Vladimir Filippov

Changing Planet - Long

An Altayfilm Production in association with MDR/ARTE FRANCE

In the Russian Arctic, climate change is not a question anymore. It is happening, now and at a worrying pace. Scientists say that the tipping point was reached already years ago. Gigantic canyons are opening up in the permafrost. Fires are rushing over the taiga. Desperate for food, polar bears are rambling across villages and even cities. Wild reindeer change their annually migration. The life of arctic reindeer herders is under pressure as well. Their livelihoods are virtually melting away. Pandora’s box has been opened. The fate of people and wildlife is at stake as is the entire Arctic.