Return of the River
"Return of the River is hell-raising documentary filmmaking at its best, packed with natural beauty and a comforting message that hope is not lost for our bruised planet."
- Sound on Sight
"With its stunning photography, in-depth historical background, and deeply-imbued tribal perspective, "Return of the River" is the documentary film that lives up to the grandeur of the Elwha, its renewal, and its promise.”
- Seattle Times
- Sound on Sight
"With its stunning photography, in-depth historical background, and deeply-imbued tribal perspective, "Return of the River" is the documentary film that lives up to the grandeur of the Elwha, its renewal, and its promise.”
- Seattle Times
Genres: Documentary
Synopsis: A documentary infused with hope, Return of the River explores an unlikely victory for environmental justice and restoration.The film follows a group of committed tribal members and activists who attempt the impossible: to change the public opinion of a town and eventually the nation to bring two dams down. Ultimately the community comes to consensus, launching the largest dam removal in history. The film offers inspiration amid grim environmental news, showing how an idea moved from "crazy" to celebrated reality. Reviewed as "hell-raising documentary filmmaking at its best", Return of the River premiered to acclaim in September 2014, and has been recognized with numerous awards. Directors: John Gussman & Jessica Plumb
Runtime: 72 min. DVDCat#: PRDVD3175 UPC: 040232096495 Prebook: 3/8/2016 Street: 4/12/2016 SRP: $59.95 |
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