22nd annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival

Real Action

Expired February 26, 2024 7:59 AM
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9 films in package
Won't Give Up
Pattie Gonia, Yo-Yo Ma, and Quinn Christopherson come together to write an anthem for the climate movement.
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The Quest to Save Parasites
You may have seen a "Save the Whales" t-shirt, but what about "Save the Parasites"?
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HEALY
The sole US icebreaker ship operating in the Arctic brings scientists to the ice cap to study why polar sea ice is melting faster than climate models predict it should be.
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Study Aboard
An inspiring river-clean-up organization invites college students for a new "spring break."
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Burning Injustice
The inspiring intergenerational journey of Latino activists John Mataka and Bianca Lopez as they lead a fight against one of the last trash incinerators in California.
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Bright Toh: Unsung Hero
Cameroonian visual artist Bright Toh uses his art to advocate for wildlife conservation in his country.
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On, In & Under the Sava
Politicians and businessmen want to build 10-12 new dams on Slovenia's deep green Sava River. But the Balkan River Defence team uses unconventional means to ensure that doesn't happen.
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Skyward
Two young birdwatchers, Mya and Arjun, raise awareness of conservation and climate change in their local areas while navigating the challenges of coming of age.
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Suzie (& Jenny)
As the planet reaches an alarming state regarding global warming, a 60-year-old woman decides to take action in an unusual way.
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This session showcases stories of do-gooders worldwide, from activists to scientists to artists. 


Note: The last film in the session is a dark comedy inappropriate for kids. Viewer discretion is advised.

Burning Injustice is a powerful short documentary that follows the inspiring journey of Latino activists John Mataka and Bianca Lopez as they lead a fight against one of the last trash incinerators in California. Set in California’s Central Valley, the film exposes the devastating health consequences of pollution and highlights their tireless efforts to close the facility for good. Their unwavering determination calls for environmental justice and a safer future for their community.

  • Year
    2023
  • Runtime
    00:18:00
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Awards
    Audience Award for Best Short at The SF Green Film Festival
  • Note
    https://www.storyofstuff.org/movies/burning-injustice/
  • Filmmaker
    Miguel Astudillo Hirsch
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