Biology & Björk – A Sneak Preview of LandxSea 2024
Join us at The Montrose Playhouse on Friday 23 August for an exclusive screening of the captivating documentary Fungi: The Web of Life. Be among the first to preview this year’s festival, taking place from September 13-15, which promises a weekend brimming with inspiring films, world premieres, and award-winning documentaries. While you're there, grab a festival programme, meet our team, and discover how you can get involved in this exciting event.
Discover the hidden kingdom of fungi, a mysterious world that connects all life on Earth, in this visually stunning documentary featuring biologist Merlin Sheldrake and narrated by Björk.
Through breathtaking cinematography, fungi's vital role in Earth's web of life is uncovered, from shaping ecosystems and influencing weather to advancing medical research and breaking down plastic waste. Journey from Tasmania’s ancient Tarkine Rainforest to China’s mystical Yunnan Province and learn how these remarkable organisms have shaped life for over a billion years and hold potential solutions to some of our planet’s most pressing challenges.
The screening is preceded by a filmed Q&A with Merlin Sheldrake, offering insight into the making of this extraordinary film.
Directed by Gisela Kaufmann & Joseph Nizeti, Australia, 2024, 60 mins
This film is rated U
Learn more at fungimovie.com
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