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Bones of the Forest
directed by Velcrow Ripper, 1963- and Heather Frise, fl. 1995; produced by Transparent Film (San Francisco, CA: The Video Project, 1995), 1 hour 14 mins
Bones of the Forest is told through the eyes of both native and non-native elders, placing deforestation into the context of colonization. Maintaining an even-handed tone, the filmmakers incorporate the views of loggers, alternative forestry practitioners, a former VP of logging giant MacMillan-Blodell, native eld...
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directed by Velcrow Ripper, 1963- and Heather Frise, fl. 1995; produced by Transparent Film (San Francisco, CA: The Video Project, 1995), 1 hour 14 mins
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Bones of the Forest is told through the eyes of both native and non-native elders, placing deforestation into the context of colonization. Maintaining an even-handed tone, the filmmakers incorporate the views of loggers, alternative forestry practitioners, a former VP of logging giant MacMillan-Blodell, native elders and longtime protesters. The plight of loggers and their families, made redundant due to over-foresting, is included as yet another...
Bones of the Forest is told through the eyes of both native and non-native elders, placing deforestation into the context of colonization. Maintaining an even-handed tone, the filmmakers incorporate the views of loggers, alternative forestry practitioners, a former VP of logging giant MacMillan-Blodell, native elders and longtime protesters. The plight of loggers and their families, made redundant due to over-foresting, is included as yet another damaging social consequence of forestry policy. Interwoven throughout the film is the dramatic experience of the sights and sounds of the threatened forest.Utilizing a host of cinematic techniques, from time-lapse photography to animation, and a gloriously descriptive and evocative soundscape,the power of Bones of the Forest grows from its quietly stated commitment to the significance of these lands and its respectful granting of a platform to those involved in the crisis. This second feature for Ripper and first for Frise is a major cinematic achievement and a powerful contribution in the fight for global environmental sense.
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Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Melda Buchannan, fl. 1995, Grant Ainscough, fl. 1995, Transparent Film
Author / Creator
Velcrow Ripper, 1963-, Heather Frise, fl. 1995
Date Published / Released
1995
Publisher
The Video Project
Topic / Theme
Environmental protection, Logging, Environmental policy, Forests
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2012 Speciality Studios, The Video Project
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Climate Change, Clip 27 of 38
produced by ITN Source (London, England: ITN Source, 1992), 3 mins
Part of a collection of stories on climate change, this clip focuses on Siberia.
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produced by ITN Source (London, England: ITN Source, 1992), 3 mins
Description
Part of a collection of stories on climate change, this clip focuses on Siberia.
Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
News story
Contributor
ITN Source
Date Published / Released
1992
Publisher
ITN Source
Topic / Theme
Logging, Land conservation, Forests
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1992 ITN
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Elements, Elements, Episode 16
produced by Nick Farrow, in Elements (Geelong, Victoria: Switch International, 2002), 24 mins
Water- 20 year old turtle receives man-made shell. Earth- Forestry championships: Lumberjacks demonstrate skill and precision. Cause And Effect- Liverpool: Famous discovery by the school of tropical medicine -- the transmission of malaria by mosquitoes. Water- Holland: rising sea levels give the Netherlands plans...
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produced by Nick Farrow, in Elements (Geelong, Victoria: Switch International, 2002), 24 mins
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Water- 20 year old turtle receives man-made shell. Earth- Forestry championships: Lumberjacks demonstrate skill and precision. Cause And Effect- Liverpool: Famous discovery by the school of tropical medicine -- the transmission of malaria by mosquitoes. Water- Holland: rising sea levels give the Netherlands plans for floating city by 2050. And Finally- Monkeys Mangrove environment is disappearing.
Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Nick Farrow, Paul Roberts, fl. 2001-2007
Date Published / Released
2002
Publisher
Switch International
Series
Elements
Speaker / Narrator
Paul Roberts, fl. 2001-2007
Topic / Theme
Forests, Scientific research, General medical conditions, Oceans, Cities, Ecosystem management, Animal ecology, Turtles and tortoises, Mosquitoes, Monkeys
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2002 by Switch International
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Extreme Environments, 9, Forest
produced by Evan Clark, fl. 2012, in Extreme Environments, 9 (Geelong, Victoria: Switch International, 2010), 23 mins
Forests currently account for around 10 per cent of the Earth’s surface; however forests around the world are dwindling due to the demands of an increasing population and industry. Forests are important to the planet’s biosphere as they retain water, preserve soil quality and provide habitat for many species o...
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produced by Evan Clark, fl. 2012, in Extreme Environments, 9 (Geelong, Victoria: Switch International, 2010), 23 mins
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Forests currently account for around 10 per cent of the Earth’s surface; however forests around the world are dwindling due to the demands of an increasing population and industry. Forests are important to the planet’s biosphere as they retain water, preserve soil quality and provide habitat for many species of plant and animal life. We look at initiatives being embraced on every level around the world to combat the negative effects of our qu...
Forests currently account for around 10 per cent of the Earth’s surface; however forests around the world are dwindling due to the demands of an increasing population and industry. Forests are important to the planet’s biosphere as they retain water, preserve soil quality and provide habitat for many species of plant and animal life. We look at initiatives being embraced on every level around the world to combat the negative effects of our quickly reducing forests.
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Field of Study
Science
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Evan Clark, fl. 2012, Simon Rogers, fl. 1980
Date Published / Released
2010
Publisher
Switch International
Series
Extreme Environments
Speaker / Narrator
Simon Rogers, fl. 1980
Topic / Theme
Environment, Forests, Science
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2010 by Switch International
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Forest Guards
directed by Stephen Kijak, 1969- and John Keitel, 1964- (London, England: TVF International, 2009), 52 mins
This documentary presents a whirlwind year in the life of six home-schooled children from a local community in the foothills of Northern California who have developed an ingenious invention for the early detection of forest fires. What starts as a local environmental solution evolves into an idea that could have a...
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directed by Stephen Kijak, 1969- and John Keitel, 1964- (London, England: TVF International, 2009), 52 mins
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This documentary presents a whirlwind year in the life of six home-schooled children from a local community in the foothills of Northern California who have developed an ingenious invention for the early detection of forest fires. What starts as a local environmental solution evolves into an idea that could have a major global impact after they win top prize at the Global Children's Climate Competition and with it, the chance to have their dream...
This documentary presents a whirlwind year in the life of six home-schooled children from a local community in the foothills of Northern California who have developed an ingenious invention for the early detection of forest fires. What starts as a local environmental solution evolves into an idea that could have a major global impact after they win top prize at the Global Children's Climate Competition and with it, the chance to have their dream become reality.
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Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Author / Creator
Stephen Kijak, 1969-, John Keitel, 1964-
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
TVF International
Topic / Theme
Contests and competitions, Forest fires, Home schooling, Forests, Fires
Copyright Message
Copyright © TVF International
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Green Matters, Green Matters, Episode 10
produced by Nick Farrow, in Green Matters (Geelong, Victoria: Switch International, 2009), 22 mins
Condors Released: High in the Andes Mountains, in a place where local condors were hunted to extinction, six were recently given a new chance. Huge conservation efforts have improved their numbers, but condors remain vulnerable. Waste To Home Furnishings: Tucked away in a quiet London street is ‘Fabrications’,...
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produced by Nick Farrow, in Green Matters (Geelong, Victoria: Switch International, 2009), 22 mins
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Condors Released: High in the Andes Mountains, in a place where local condors were hunted to extinction, six were recently given a new chance. Huge conservation efforts have improved their numbers, but condors remain vulnerable. Waste To Home Furnishings: Tucked away in a quiet London street is ‘Fabrications’, showcasing and selling the ultimate in green chic for the home. Making clever use of items normally destined for landfill, designer Ba...
Condors Released: High in the Andes Mountains, in a place where local condors were hunted to extinction, six were recently given a new chance. Huge conservation efforts have improved their numbers, but condors remain vulnerable. Waste To Home Furnishings: Tucked away in a quiet London street is ‘Fabrications’, showcasing and selling the ultimate in green chic for the home. Making clever use of items normally destined for landfill, designer Barley Massey, creates and sells attractive soft furnishings and accessories. Indonesian Coral Reefs: Indonesia’s coral reefs house 97% of the world’s reef species. Yet rising sea temperatures threaten their existence. Fuel-cell Taxis: In Tokyo, a chauffeur driven car service is now operating a fleet of Nissan X-Trail fuel cell vehicles. This is the first time a hire car service has used FCVs, enabling consumers to experience the performance and benefits of the advanced clean technology. Cambodia Wildlife: Caught up in the Vietnam war, Cambodia forest suffered terribly. In a pocket of the old Ho Chi Minh Trail, there is today a very special peace and calm where the inhumanity of war and genocide once raged. It is an animal sanctuary, home to at least 42 threatened species including elephants, tigers, monkeys, leopards and bears. German Glacier: In Bavaria, at the Austrian border, is Germany’s tallest mountain, the Zugspitze. Here, despite extraordinary efforts to save it, Germany’s last glacier is dwindling. Every spring since 1991, ski resort workers have piled tonnes of loose snow on the glacier, and then covered it with giant anti-glare shields. This year because of the heat a 50% bigger tarpaulin went on a week earlier. UK Homes Of The Future: Giving us a peek into the future is the Sigma House, with many ecological features that could soon be standard in new British homes.
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Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Nick Farrow, Abbe Holmes
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Switch International
Series
Green Matters
Speaker / Narrator
Abbe Holmes
Topic / Theme
Sustainable architecture, Climate change, Forests, War, Renewable energy sources, Shops, Wildlife conservation, Corals (Animal), Condors
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2009 by Switch International
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Natural State, Natural State: Episode 2
produced by Stuart Allan, fl. 2005, in Natural State (Geelong, Victoria: Switch International), 25 mins
Talking Plants- A young British inventor has come up with the idea of a pot that tells people when their indoor plants need watering. Great Barrier Reef- A new push to have more fishing banned to protect Australia’s heritage listed reef. Rhino Charge- Here we look at a bush bashing rally to raise funds for a K...
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produced by Stuart Allan, fl. 2005, in Natural State (Geelong, Victoria: Switch International), 25 mins
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Talking Plants- A young British inventor has come up with the idea of a pot that tells people when their indoor plants need watering. Great Barrier Reef- A new push to have more fishing banned to protect Australia’s heritage listed reef. Rhino Charge- Here we look at a bush bashing rally to raise funds for a Kenyan forest, home to the endangered black rhinoceros. Germany Graves- Germany has joined Switzerland in now allowing burials to take p...
Talking Plants- A young British inventor has come up with the idea of a pot that tells people when their indoor plants need watering. Great Barrier Reef- A new push to have more fishing banned to protect Australia’s heritage listed reef. Rhino Charge- Here we look at a bush bashing rally to raise funds for a Kenyan forest, home to the endangered black rhinoceros. Germany Graves- Germany has joined Switzerland in now allowing burials to take place in designated forests. Kuwait Greenhouse- A hydroponic system has been set up to promote the growth of fruit and vegetables in the harsh Kuwait environment. Italy River Boat- After horrible environmental problems Rome’s Tiber River has now been reopened for tourist cruises. Cambodia Jungle- The uniquely pristine forests of Cambodia are under renewed pressure from logging companies. New Zealand Snow- Extraordinarily cold temperatures in Dunedin make for ice like roads. Environment- A Rwandan minister cites continual burning of fossil fuels as a major reason for political tension. Christmas Tree Forest- A forest in Mexico with 450,000 Christmas tree for residents to choose from. This process also helps to rejuvenate the land.
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Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Stuart Allan, fl. 2005, Laurie Atlas, fl. 2011
Publisher
Switch International
Series
Natural State
Speaker / Narrator
Laurie Atlas, fl. 2011
Topic / Theme
Fundraising, Pollution, Forests, Greenhouses, Land conservation, Wildlife conservation, Rhinoceros
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2005 by Switch International
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Outlook, Bullocky
directed by Richard Mitchell, fl. 1969; produced by Gil Brealey, 1932-, Australian Commonwealth Film Unit, in Outlook (Canberra, Australian Capital Territory: Australia. National Film and Sound Archive, 1969), 13 mins
A look at one of the last bullock teams hauling timber from the forests of coastal New South Wales.
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directed by Richard Mitchell, fl. 1969; produced by Gil Brealey, 1932-, Australian Commonwealth Film Unit, in Outlook (Canberra, Australian Capital Territory: Australia. National Film and Sound Archive, 1969), 13 mins
Description
A look at one of the last bullock teams hauling timber from the forests of coastal New South Wales.
Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Gil Brealey, 1932-, Australian Commonwealth Film Unit
Author / Creator
Richard Mitchell, fl. 1969
Date Published / Released
1969
Publisher
Australia. National Film and Sound Archive
Series
Outlook
Topic / Theme
Logging, Forests, Work life, Oxen
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011 by National Film and Sound Archive of Australia
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Pressmennan Woods in Scotland
produced by ITN Source (London, England: ITN Source, 1997), 2 mins
ANCIENT WOODLAND: The latest environmental battle is over the conservation of Pressmennan Woods in Scotland, one of Britain's oldest deciduous woodlands.
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produced by ITN Source (London, England: ITN Source, 1997), 2 mins
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ANCIENT WOODLAND: The latest environmental battle is over the conservation of Pressmennan Woods in Scotland, one of Britain's oldest deciduous woodlands.
Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
News story
Contributor
ITN Source
Date Published / Released
1997
Publisher
ITN Source
Topic / Theme
Forests, Land conservation
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1997 ITN
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The Importance of Faith in Mayan Healing
produced by Eva Langsdorff, 1977- and Guido Verweyen, 1972-; in Sastun: My Apprenticeship With A Maya Healer (Watertown, MA: Documentary Educational Resources (DER), 2002), 1 min
The ancient Maya did not separate the physical world from the spiritual. Faith and prayer is a vital component of Mayan healing.
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produced by Eva Langsdorff, 1977- and Guido Verweyen, 1972-; in Sastun: My Apprenticeship With A Maya Healer (Watertown, MA: Documentary Educational Resources (DER), 2002), 1 min
Description
The ancient Maya did not separate the physical world from the spiritual. Faith and prayer is a vital component of Mayan healing.
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Guido Verweyen, 1972-, Dr. Michael Balick, Dr. Greg Shropshire, Don Elijio Panti, 1893-1996, Dr. Rosita Arvigo, Eva Langsdorff, 1977-, Julie Adams
Author / Creator
Guido Verweyen, 1972-
Date Published / Released
2002
Publisher
Documentary Educational Resources (DER)
Speaker / Narrator
Julie Adams
Person Discussed
Dr. Rosita Arvigo, Don Elijio Panti, 1893-1996
Topic / Theme
Forests, Alternative medicine, Shamanism, Herbalism, Botany, Maya people, Conservation of natural resources, Rainforests, Ethnobotany, Mayan
Copyright Message
© Documentary Educational Resources
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