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Our Blue World - A Water Odyssey

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Taking a global perspective, Our Blue World, introduces some extraordinary individuals from all corners of the globe who are demonstrating how traditional approaches can inform a new, modern consciousness that can help us navigate towards a better future. Ancient Incan canals alleviate water shortages in Lima. In China, “sponge cities” show the significant impact of greening urban space. From Cambodia and Canada, to Burundi and beyond, this eye opening documentary introduce students to diverse cultural perspectives about living in harmony with water, alongside innovative solutions, shedding light on both the challenges and triumphs in the fight for sustainable water management.

With stunning cinematography of land and sea, made to be seen on the big screen, this documentary dives deep into the global water crisis, following passionate individuals on the front lines. Narrated by Liam Neeson, the film showcases cutting-edge solutions alongside cultural and ancestral perspectives that together illuminate a path toward a future where water security is a reality.

Ultimately, Our Blue World is a film of hope, showing how each one of us has the power through our lives with water to transform this planet, and how traditional knowledge has an important role to play alongside innovation as we look to protect our waters for the future.

Director

Ruán Magan

Featuring

Liam Neeson (narrator), Wade Davis

Credits
Country of Origin

Ireland

Year

2024

Language

English

90 min

Education Resources

Primary Curriculum Interests:

  • Social Studies 9 + 10
  • Explorations in Social Studies 11
  • Environmental Science 12
  • Human Geography 12
  • Political Studies 12
  • 20th Century World History
  • Earth Science 11
  • Physics 11
  • Engineering 11 + 12
  • Technology Exploration 10
  • Social Justice 11 + 12

Credits

Executive Producer

Douglas Blush, Paul O’Callaghan

Screenwriter

Ruán Magan, Paul O’Callaghan

Producer

Kathriona Devereux, Aoife H Kelleher, Ruán Magan

Original Music

Anna Rice

Cinematography

Oliver Hegarty, Brian O’Leary, Colm Whelan

Editor

Juangus Dinsmore

Art Director

Alejo Malia

In-Cinema & Online

Date

Time

Venue

April 9 12:30 pm VIFF Cinema, VIFF Centre
April 23 9:30 am VIFF Cinema, VIFF Centre

How to Book

Free for schools, capacity for all films is limited. To book, submit your request with the online form below. Our Ignite team will respond to confirm availability and complete your booking.

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