Draft:Earth Protectors

  • Comment: It is still written inappropriately. You need to write in a dry, factual, neutral way. Pretend you are writing an autopsy. I am not rejecting despite three reviews with little improvement, as I believe the film passes our WP:NFILM criteria. But PLEASE read WP:NPOV and WP:PEACOCK. Qcne (talk) 21:30, 20 February 2024 (UTC)
  • Comment: The first Section is still written completely inappropriately. Qcne (talk) 13:27, 25 January 2024 (UTC)


Earth Protectors
Directed byAnne de Carbuccia
Written byAnne de Carbuccia, Luigi Montebello
Produced byExecutive producer Max Brun, Associate Executive producer Stefano Curti
CinematographyLuigi Montebello
Edited byLuigi Montebello
Music byFilippo Manni, Massino Perin
Distributed byMinerva Pictures Internationals
Release date
2023
Running time
96 minutes
CountriesItaly and USA
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, French, Spanish, Japanese

Earth Protectors edit

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"Earth Protectors" is a documentary film directed by environmental artist Anne de Carbuccia. It explores the Anthropocene era, focusing on environmental challenges such as drought, reef degradation, and deforestation. The film includes contributions from young activists and features insights from Dr. Julie Pullen, an earth scientist.

The documentary aims to highlight the urgency of the climate crisis and the potential of collective action in fostering a sustainable future. Anne de Carbuccia's artistic work in the film underscores the role of art and beauty in promoting environmental change.

Synopsis edit

Directed by Anne de Carbuccia, "Earth Protectors" examines the impact of human activities on natural cycles, highlighting issues such as fires, floods, pollution, and a pandemic. The documentary follows de Carbuccia's expeditions across the globe, where she meets individuals involved in environmental conservation. These individuals, referred to as "Earth Protectors" in the film, are portrayed as being engaged in various environmental initiatives.

The film documents the efforts of individuals in regions such as Yucatán, Upper Mustang, Siberia, Italy, New York, and the Amazon. The documentary provides a narrative of their activities, ranging from combating droughts to protecting reefs and defending the Amazon forest. Discussions with Dr. Julie Pullen are included to provide a scientific context to the environmental challenges depicted.

Additionally, the film addresses social issues related to environmental changes, including the situation of climate refugees and the environmental youth movement. The interconnected nature of Anthropocene threats is a recurring theme, with the film advocating for collective and global solutions.

Cast edit

Earth Protectors edit

  • Mariasole Bianco – Marine Biologist – Founder of the NGO Worldrise - Italy
  • Tashi Bista – Humanitarian – Upper Mustang, Nepal
  • Jared Cairuna Cauper – Shipibo Tribal Ranger – Peruvian Amazon
  • Dasha Filippova – Eco-counselor – Lake Baikal, Siberia
  • Liliana Rodriguez Cortes – Community Advocate – Yucatan, Mexico
  • Maxim Savchenko – Activist – Lake Baikal, Siberia
  • Alexandria Villaseñor – Climate activist – California, USA

Scientist edit

  • Roberto Ambrosini – Microplastic specialist, PhD - Italy
  • Julie Pullen - Earth Scientist and Oceanographer – NYC, USA

Production edit

Produced by the One Planet One Future Foundation, with the executive production by Max Brun and Stefano Curti.

"Earth Protectors" features a small crew to minimize the environmental impact. The production supported reforestation projects to offset CO2 emissions from film expeditions.

Release edit

The documentary premiered at the Festival CinemAmbiente[1] in Turin in June 2023, followed by screenings at other film festivals such as the Seoul International Eco Film Festival[2] and the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival[3] later that year.

In addition to these premieres, the film was also screened at other film festivals throughout the year. It was included in the lineup for the Clorofilla Film Festival[4] and the St. Moritz Art Film Festival[5] in August 2023, and was presented at the Human Rights Film Festival Berlin[6] in October 2023.

Reviews edit

"Earth Protectors" received attention from media outlets and film critics. The reviews varied in their focus, with some examining the film's environmental themes and others discussing its artistic approach and impact on audiences. Interviews and articles are from platforms like Le Petit Journal.com[7], Lifegate[8], FILM THREAT[9], GhMovieFreak[10], FILM OBSESSIVE[11][12], REVIEWRON[13], WWD Women's Wear Daily[14] and EcoWatch[15]. The reviews generally discuss the documentary's portrayal of environmental issues and the director's approach to the subject matter.

References edit

  1. ^ "Earth Protectors at Festival CinemAmbiente Turin 2023".
  2. ^ "Seoul International Eco Film Festival 2023".
  3. ^ "European Green Capital 2023 presents: PÖFF environmental film programme". poff.ee.
  4. ^ "Clorofilla Film Festival 2023 - 5 AGOSTO - ore 21.30" (in Italian).
  5. ^ "St. Moritz Art Film Festival". St. Moritz Art Film Festival.
  6. ^ "Human Rights Film Festival Berlin".
  7. ^ Roy, Marie-Astrid. ""Earth Protectors" sur les écrans, le film d'Anne de Carbuccia, milanaise d'adoption". Le Petit Journal.com.
  8. ^ Perrone, Tommaso (17 April 2023). "L'arte di proteggere la Terra. Intervista ad Anne de Carbuccia".
  9. ^ Ng, Alan (27 December 2023). "EARTH PROTECTORS". Film Threat.
  10. ^ Asankomah, Tony (5 January 2024). "Documentary Review: "Earth Protectors" – Anne de Carbuccia's Chronicles of Change". GhMovieFreak.
  11. ^ Johnson, J. Paul (6 January 2024). "EARTH PROTECTORS FEATURES PRESENT AND FUTURE ENVIRONMENTALISM". Film Obsessive.
  12. ^ Johnson, J. Paul (19 January 2024). "FOR FILMMAKER ANNE DE CARBUCCIA, THE EARTH NEEDS ITS PROTECTORS". Film Obsessive.
  13. ^ Kotecha, Ronak (20 January 2024). "Earth protectors: An artist's tribute to those fighting to preserve our planet". Reviewron Clarity in Chaos.
  14. ^ Zargani, Luisa (13 February 2024). "Environmental Artist Anne de Carbuccia's First Film Bows on Amazon Prime". WWD.
  15. ^ Thompson, Craig (14 February 2024). "New Documentary Explores Climate Breakdown and 'Protectors' Fighting to Adapt". EcoWatch.

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