
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.
Ruán Magan
Liam Neeson (narrator), Wade Davis
Ireland
2024
English
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
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